Seth
Seth: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɛθ/
Meaning and origin of Seth
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Borrowed from Ancient Greek Σήθ (Sḗth), from Biblical Hebrew שֵׁת (Šet, literally “chosen one, appointed, placed”).
How popular is Seth?
Since 1880, 495 girls and 165,793 boys in the U.S. have been named Seth (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2766 in 1981. Its highest rank for boys was #63 in 2000. In 2025 it ranked #581 for boys, with 505 babies given the name.
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Seth FAQ
What does the name Seth mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. Borrowed from Ancient Greek Σήθ (Sḗth), from Biblical Hebrew שֵׁת (Šet, literally “chosen one, appointed, placed”).
What is the origin of the name Seth?
Seth is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Seth?
Since 1880, 495 girls and 165,793 boys in the U.S. have been named Seth (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2766 in 1981. Its highest rank for boys was #63 in 2000. In 2025 it ranked #581 for boys, with 505 babies given the name.
Is Seth a boy or girl name?
Seth is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 495 girls and 165,793 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.