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Seth vs Devin

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
Devin Rank #516

Devin is more popular, ranked #516 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Devin more popular?

Devin is more popular, ranked #516 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Devin mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Devin means "little fawn" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Seth and Devin boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Devin is primarily a boy name.

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