Seth

Seth is traditionally understood to mean 'appointed' or 'placed' in Hebrew. It signifies the belief that Seth was 'appointed' by God as a replacement for Abel in the biblical narrative.

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The name Seth derives from the Hebrew name Sheth (שת), meaning 'placed' or 'appointed'. It has biblical origins, appearing in the Old Testament.

  • Popularity: 1,055th
  • Babies named Seth in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 562
  • Nicknames: Settie, Seffie, Sef, Thie, Essie.
  • Full Names: Sethor, Setmore, Sethen, Sethward, Sethany.
  • Famous Namesakes: Seth Rogen-Actor, Seth MacFarlane-Animator, Seth Godin-Author, Seth Green-Actor, Seth Meyers-Comedian.
  • Gender: Seth is predominantly used as a male name, although it's possible to find it among females occasionally.
  • Numerology: In numerology, Seth corresponds to the number 8, which signifies power, self-confidence, discipline, and the ability to achieve goals through determination and systematic effort. Those associated with this number might possess leadership qualities and a strong will.

Seth has consistently enjoyed moderate popularity in English-speaking countries, often ranking within the top 300 boys' names in the United States over recent decades. Its biblically rooted history gives it sustained appeal.

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