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Garrett 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

Garrett Rank #563
Seth Rank #559

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #563 for Garrett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garrett or Seth more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Garrett at #563 in the United States.

What do Garrett and Seth mean?

Garrett means "spear strength, brave with the spear" (Germanic origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Garrett and Seth boy or girl names?

Garrett is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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