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Seth vs Garrett

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
Garrett Rank #563

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #563 for Garrett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Garrett more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Garrett at #563 in the United States.

What do Seth and Garrett mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Garrett means "spear strength, brave with the spear" (Germanic origin).

Are Seth and Garrett boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Garrett is primarily a boy name.

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