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24 schools use the "Seminoles" mascot.
Most common states: Georgia (8), Florida (5), Arkansas (4)
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The Seminoles mascot is definitely one that stands out, and it's not just because it's tough-sounding. This mascot is inspired by the Seminole people, a Native American tribe known for their bravery and resilience. The most famous representation of this mascot is probably from Florida State University, where you'll find Osceola and Renegade, a symbol honoring the historical Seminole leader Osceola 🛡️. The name "Seminole" itself comes from the Spanish word "cimarron," meaning "wild men" or "unconquered," which is pretty cool. This mascot is used by 24 schools across the U.S., and it's particularly popular in Arkansas. It's a symbol of strength and courage, making it a great fit for schools that want to embody those qualities ⭐.
Hear how the Seminoles fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 8 programs flying the Seminoles banner across Georgia. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Riley Kim
Georgia Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Arkansas. With 4 schools per million residents, the Seminoles is part of daily conversations here.”
Riley Garcia
Arkansas Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Seminoles delivers the perfect person energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Casey Vargas
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
24 schools in our database use the Seminoles mascot across 9 states.
The Seminoles shows up most in Georgia (8), Florida (5), and Arkansas (4). Ar also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Seminoles as a Person and Historical Figure mascot. Programs note that it is known for its tough tone and inspired by a historical figure.
High School programs adopt the Seminoles most often (8 schools). Middle School (7) and Elementary (7) also feature this mascot.