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Seth vs Betty

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
Betty Rank #1,009

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #1009 for Betty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Betty more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Betty at #1009 in the United States.

What do Seth and Betty mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Betty means "God is my oath" (Hebrew origin).

Are Seth and Betty boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Betty is primarily a girl name.

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