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Kian 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

Kian Rank #417
Seth Rank #559

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kian or Seth more popular?

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Kian and Seth mean?

Kian means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Kian and Seth boy or girl names?

Kian is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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