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Keith vs Seth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#758
Total SSA Count
336
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

Keith Rank #758
Seth Rank #559

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #758 for Keith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Seth more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Keith at #758 in the United States.

What do Keith and Seth mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Keith and Seth boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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