Leland 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

Popularity Comparison

Leland Rank #548
Seth Rank #559

Leland is more popular, ranked #548 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leland or Seth more popular?

Leland is more popular, ranked #548 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Leland and Seth mean?

Leland means "meadow land" (Old English origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Leland and Seth boy or girl names?

Leland is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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