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Ariel 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

Ariel Rank #512
Seth Rank #559

Ariel is more popular, ranked #512 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ariel or Seth more popular?

Ariel is more popular, ranked #512 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Ariel and Seth mean?

Ariel means "lion of God" (Hebrew origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Ariel and Seth boy or girl names?

Ariel is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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