Johnny vs Seth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Johnny

Boy #458 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Yahweh is merciful"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #559 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"appointed, placed by God"

Origin: Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת)

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Johnny Rank #458

Seth Rank #559

Johnny is more popular, ranked #458 vs #559 for Seth.

Is Johnny or Seth more popular?

Johnny is more popular, ranked #458 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Johnny and Seth mean?

Johnny means "Yahweh is merciful" (Hebrew origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Johnny and Seth boy or girl names?

Johnny is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.