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Seth vs Azael

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
Azael Rank #657

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #657 for Azael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Azael more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Azael at #657 in the United States.

What do Seth and Azael mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Azael means "God has helped" (Hebrew origin).

Are Seth and Azael boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Azael is primarily a boy name.

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