Seager

Seager is a masculine surname-turned-first-name with English origins. Historically, it developed as an occupational surname for a sawyer (someone who sawed wood) or derived from the Germanic name Sagar, composed of elements meaning "victory" and "spear." As a first name, Seager remains relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality in modern usage. The name carries associations with craftsmanship and traditional skills while maintaining a contemporary sound. Baseball fans may recognize it from MLB player Seager Corey, which has helped introduce the name to a wider audience. Seager combines historical depth with a strong, masculine sound that appeals to parents seeking unique names with traditional roots.

Seager is also given to girls.

Pronounced SEE-ger.

As of October 2026, Seager ranked #17355 for girls in US births in 2022 and #5014 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #4155 for boys in 2024.