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Seth vs Dalton

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
Dalton Rank #433

Dalton is more popular, ranked #433 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Dalton more popular?

Dalton is more popular, ranked #433 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Dalton mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Dalton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin).

Are Seth and Dalton boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Dalton is primarily a boy name.

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