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Seth vs Corey

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
Corey Rank #679

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #679 for Corey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Corey more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Corey at #679 in the United States.

What do Seth and Corey mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Seth and Corey boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Corey is primarily a boy name.

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