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Betty 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

Betty Rank #1,009
Seth Rank #559

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #1009 for Betty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Betty or Seth more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Betty at #1009 in the United States.

What do Betty and Seth mean?

Betty means "God is my oath" (Hebrew origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Betty and Seth boy or girl names?

Betty is primarily a girl name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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