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Amos vs Seth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Seth

Boy #559 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"appointed, placed by God"

Origin: Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת)

Cultural Roots

English American Biblical Egyptian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#559
Total SSA Count
530
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Amos Rank #699
Seth Rank #559

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #699 for Amos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amos or Seth more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Amos at #699 in the United States.

What do Amos and Seth mean?

Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Amos and Seth boy or girl names?

Amos is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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