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Seth vs Dustin

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
Dustin Rank #686

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #686 for Dustin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Dustin more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Dustin at #686 in the United States.

What do Seth and Dustin mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Dustin means "Thor's stone" (Old Norse Þórsteinn origin).

Are Seth and Dustin boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Dustin is primarily a boy name.

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