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Seth vs Baylor

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
Baylor Rank #366

Baylor is more popular, ranked #366 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Baylor more popular?

Baylor is more popular, ranked #366 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Baylor mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin).

Are Seth and Baylor boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Baylor is primarily a boy name.

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