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Johnathan 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

Johnathan Rank #518
Seth Rank #559

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnathan or Seth more popular?

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Johnathan and Seth mean?

Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Johnathan and Seth boy or girl names?

Johnathan is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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