Seager

Meaning

A person who works with the sea, possibly a sailor or someone engaged in maritime trade.

Etymology

Derived from the Old English 'sæ' (sea) combined with the agent suffix '-er,' creating 'seager' or 'sea-goer.' The name likely originated in coastal regions where maritime occupations were common.

About the Seager Surname

An English occupational surname referring to someone engaged in maritime work or seafaring. The name reflects the importance of coastal trades in medieval and early modern England.

Distribution

Found primarily in England, particularly in coastal regions, and among English-American populations.

Notable Bearers

Limited widely documented notable bearers; primarily a family surname.

People with the Seager Surname