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Duke vs Seth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#710
Total SSA Count
375
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Duke Rank #710
Seth Rank #559

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #710 for Duke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Seth more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Duke and Seth mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Duke and Seth boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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