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Seth vs Ambrose

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
Ambrose Rank #744

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #744 for Ambrose.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Ambrose more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Ambrose at #744 in the United States.

What do Seth and Ambrose mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Ambrose means "immortal, divine" (Greek origin).

Are Seth and Ambrose boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Ambrose is primarily a boy name.

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