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Seth vs Alexis

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

Seth Rank #559
Alexis Rank #485

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Alexis more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Alexis mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin).

Are Seth and Alexis boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Alexis is primarily a boy name.

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