Shamus
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Supplanter
- Origin
- Irish
Shamus Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,768 baby boys have been named Shamus. The name peaked in 2007 with 72 US births that year (rank #1970).
Top States for Shamus
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Shamus births are: Massachusetts (106), New York (80), Pennsylvania (61).
Other Irish-Origin Names Like Shamus
If you like Shamus's Irish origin, consider these related names: Abban, Abiageal, Abracham, Adare, Addergoole. Browse all Irish names →
6-Letter Names Starting with S
Names with Shamus's exact length and starting letter: Saadya, Saarah, Sabana, Sabina, Sabino.
Quick Facts About Shamus
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Compare Shamus to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Shamus against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).