Seth vs Kolton

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

Popularity Comparison

Seth Rank #559
Kolton Rank #530

Kolton is more popular, ranked #530 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Kolton more popular?

Kolton is more popular, ranked #530 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Kolton mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Kolton means "settlement near the coal" (Old English origin).

Are Seth and Kolton boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Kolton is primarily a boy name.

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