Seamus Willison

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Seamus Willison — supplanter
160K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1960s Peak popularity
Gender
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Seamus Willison is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Seamus is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Irish Gaelic form of James, from Hebrew Ya'akov (supplanter). Seamus Heaney, the Nobel Prize-winning poet, made this name globally known. The surname Willison: Brian Willison (born 1977), American academic; former Executive Director of the Parsons Institute for Information Mapping David Willison (1919–2009), British soldier David Willison (pianist) (born 1936), English pianist George F. Seamus is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 160K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Seamus reached peak popularity in the 1960s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Seamus

Meaning: supplanter

Hebrew

Irish Gaelic form of James, from Hebrew Ya'akov (supplanter). Seamus Heaney, the Nobel Prize-winning poet, made this name globally known.

Surname: Willison

English

Brian Willison (born 1977), American academic; former Executive Director of the Parsons Institute for Information Mapping David Willison (1919–2009), British soldier David Willison (pianist) (born 1936), English pianist George F.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Seamus is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 60%
United Kingdom 27%
United States 13%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Seamus by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Seamus has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • James
  • Séamus
  • Shamus

Notable People Named Seamus Willison

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Seamus Willison:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Seamus?
The first name Seamus originates from Hebrew. Irish Gaelic form of James, from Hebrew Ya'akov (supplanter). Seamus Heaney, the Nobel Prize-winning poet, made this name globally known.
When was Seamus most popular?
The name Seamus reached its peak popularity during the 1960s.
What is the origin of the surname Willison?
The surname Willison originates from English. Brian Willison (born 1977), American academic; former Executive Director of the Parsons Institute for Information Mapping David Willison (1919–2009), British soldier David Willison (pianist) (born 1936), English pianist George F.
What are the origins of the name Seamus Willison?
The name Seamus Willison combines two different traditions: the first name Seamus has Hebrew roots, while the surname Willison originates from English.
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