Makai 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

Makai Rank #534
Seth Rank #559

Makai is more popular, ranked #534 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Makai or Seth more popular?

Makai is more popular, ranked #534 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Makai and Seth mean?

Makai means "toward the sea, seaward" (Hawaiian origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Makai and Seth boy or girl names?

Makai is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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