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Seth vs Ford

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
Ford Rank #571

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #571 for Ford.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Ford more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Ford at #571 in the United States.

What do Seth and Ford mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Ford means "shallow river crossing" (Old English origin).

Are Seth and Ford boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Ford is primarily a boy name.

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