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Onyx 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

Onyx Rank #359
Seth Rank #559

Onyx is more popular, ranked #359 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Onyx or Seth more popular?

Onyx is more popular, ranked #359 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Onyx and Seth mean?

Onyx means "black gemstone" (Greek (onyx) origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Onyx and Seth boy or girl names?

Onyx is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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