Seamus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Seamus Name at a Glance

Name	Seamus
Meaning	Form of James. Supplanter.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Seamus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Seamus means “Form of James. Supplanter”. 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.

Seamus Name Origin

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

Is Seamus a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Seamus

When considering Seamus for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.