Shamus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Shamus is listed in our database as a boy name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Variant of James: Supplant. Replace. Variant of Jacob derived from the latin Jacomus”.

Shamus Name at a Glance

Name Shamus
Meaning Variant of James: Supplant. Replace. Variant of Jacob derived from the latin Jacomus.
Origin English
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Shamus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Shamus means “Variant of James: Supplant. Replace. Variant of Jacob derived from the latin Jacomus”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Shamus Name Origin

Our database records Shamus under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Shamus a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Shamus is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Shamus

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