Seamus
boy name#1276 in 2025Seamus entered the US charts in 1957, peaked at #734 in 2003, ranks #1276 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1957–2025
#1276
rank today
#734
peak (2003)
154
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3015 |
| 1960s | #2575 |
| 1970s | #1614 |
| 1980s | #1412 |
| 1990s | #1042 |
| 2000s | #791 |
| 2010s | #933 |
| 2020s | #1303 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Seamus has been most popular in Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania.
Living bearers
About 7,600 people named Seamus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Seamus alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Seamus in 2025?
- Seamus ranks #1276 among US boy names in 2025, with 154 babies given the name.
- When was the name Seamus most popular?
- Seamus peaked in 2003, reaching #734 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Seamus with classmates?
- Seamus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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