Set
Pronunciation: [ s-EHT ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Set first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 27 babies have been named Set in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Set is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #13,060 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,060
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Set
Set is a boy name .
Set is currently ranked #13,060 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Set include Seth . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis