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Seth vs Chance

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
Chance Rank #419

Chance is more popular, ranked #419 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Chance more popular?

Chance is more popular, ranked #419 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Chance mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Chance means "good fortune, luck" (Old French origin).

Are Seth and Chance boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Chance is primarily a boy name.

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