Shamus

Q: What is the origin of Shamus?

Shamus is of Irish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Shamus?

According to the latest SSA data, Shamus is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Shamus a boy name?

Shamus is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Supplanter"

An Anglicized spelling of Séamus, it corresponds to James and ultimately to Hebrew-rooted traditions meaning supplanter.

Themes:seamusjamesgaelicbiblical

Biblical Nature Natural Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Shamus

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Shamus did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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not ranked after 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Shamus Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Shamus.

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shay

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sham

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shie

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sho

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amus

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musy

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Shamus mean?

Shamus means "Supplanter". An Anglicized spelling of Séamus, it corresponds to James and ultimately to Hebrew-rooted traditions meaning supplanter.

What is the origin of Shamus?

Shamus is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Shamus?

According to the latest SSA data, Shamus is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Shamus a boy name?

Shamus is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Shamus?

Popular nicknames for Shamus include shay, sham, shie, sho, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Shamus?

There are many names similar to Shamus in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish, Hebrew

Syllables2

Length6 letters

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withS

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aedan Aven Adian Aeden Ayven

Sisters

Ashlynn Arline Arleen Allene Alannah

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