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Seth vs Caiden

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
Caiden Rank #545

Caiden is more popular, ranked #545 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Caiden more popular?

Caiden is more popular, ranked #545 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Caiden mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Caiden means "battle, warrior spirit" (Gaelic origin).

Are Seth and Caiden boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Caiden is primarily a boy name.

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