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Current rank (2025)#1276
Babies named Seamus in 2025154
Total recorded7,810
Peak year2008 (298 babies)
Highest rank ever#735
Years in records1957–2025 (69 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 83 spots

Frequently asked about Seamus

What does the name Seamus mean?
Seamus means “God is gracious” from Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Seamus?
Seamus has Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “God is gracious”.
How popular is Seamus?
Seamus ranked #1276 in 2025 — given to 154 babies that year.
When was Seamus most popular?
Seamus peaked in 2008 with 298 babies registered that year.
Is Seamus a boy or girl name?
Seamus is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Seamuss in registered births are male.
Is the name Seamus rising or falling in popularity?
Seamus has fallen 83 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1193 in 2020 to #1276 in 2025.
How long has Seamus been recorded?
Seamus appears in birth records across 69 years — from 1957 through 2025.

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