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Marshall 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

Marshall Rank #392
Seth Rank #559

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshall or Seth more popular?

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Marshall and Seth mean?

Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Marshall and Seth boy or girl names?

Marshall is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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