Oliver vs Seamus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oliver

Boy #3 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3
Total SSA Count
15,343
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ollie, Oli

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Oliver Rank #3
Seamus Rank #1,444

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1444 for Seamus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Seamus ___

  • Seamus Patrick
  • Seamus Brendan
  • Seamus Declan
  • Seamus Finn
  • Seamus Ronan
  • Seamus James

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

If you choose Seamus

Declan Ronan Niamh Siobhan Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oliver or Seamus more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Seamus at #1444 in the United States.

What do Oliver and Seamus mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Seamus means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Oliver and Seamus boy or girl names?

Oliver is primarily a boy name. Seamus is primarily a boy name.

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