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Seth vs Emmitt

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
Emmitt Rank #681

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #681 for Emmitt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Emmitt more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Emmitt at #681 in the United States.

What do Seth and Emmitt mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Emmitt means "whole, universal, powerful" (Germanic origin).

Are Seth and Emmitt boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Emmitt is primarily a boy name.

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