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Danny 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

Danny Rank #642
Seth Rank #559

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #642 for Danny.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Danny or Seth more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Danny at #642 in the United States.

What do Danny and Seth mean?

Danny means "God is my judge" (Hebrew (Daniyel) origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Danny and Seth boy or girl names?

Danny is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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