Seymore is an uncommon, yet distinctive given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old French word 'Simeon', which means 'heard' or 'listened to'. This name was traditionally used as a variant of Simon, but has since developed its own identity. The name gained some popularity in the mid-20th century, with notable figures such as Seymour Hicks, a British actor and playwright, and Seymour Hersh, an American investigative journalist, contributing to its recognition.
"Seymore seems to have had varied popularity over the years, with a peak of 16 births in 1920 and a notable drop to just 5 births in 1929. It remained relatively steady thereafter, though it hasn't been a top choice recently."