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Seth vs Apollo

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
Apollo Rank #415

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Apollo more popular?

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Apollo mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin).

Are Seth and Apollo boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Apollo is primarily a boy name.

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