Seth vs Atreus

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

Popularity Comparison

Seth Rank #559
Atreus Rank #495

Atreus is more popular, ranked #495 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Atreus more popular?

Atreus is more popular, ranked #495 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Atreus mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Atreus means "fearless, not cowardly" (Greek origin).

Are Seth and Atreus boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Atreus is primarily a boy name.

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