Sam vs Seth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sam

Boy #652 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #559 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"appointed, placed by God"

Origin: Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת)

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Sam Rank #652

Seth Rank #559

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #652 for Sam.

Is Sam or Seth more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Sam at #652 in the United States.

What do Sam and Seth mean?

Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Sam and Seth boy or girl names?

Sam is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.