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Corey 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

Corey Rank #679
Seth Rank #559

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corey or Seth more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Corey and Seth mean?

Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Corey and Seth boy or girl names?

Corey is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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