Seoman was the only child of Susanna, a maid in the Hayholt, and of Eahlferend, who both died, Susanna while giving birth to him, and Eahlferth during the pregnancy.
Seoman was the only child of Susanna, a maid in the Hayholt, and of Eahlferend, a local fisherman. Both died, Susanna whilst giving birth to him, and Eahlferth in a boating accident before the pregnancy.