Jake vs Seth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #559 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"appointed, placed by God"

Origin: Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת)

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Jake Rank #423

Seth Rank #559

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #559 for Seth.

Is Jake or Seth more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Jake and Seth mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Jake and Seth boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.