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Damon 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

Damon Rank #456
Seth Rank #559

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damon or Seth more popular?

Damon is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Damon and Seth mean?

Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Damon and Seth boy or girl names?

Damon is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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