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Seth vs Clyde

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
Clyde Rank #728

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #728 for Clyde.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Clyde more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Clyde at #728 in the United States.

What do Seth and Clyde mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin).

Are Seth and Clyde boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Clyde is primarily a boy name.

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