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Seth vs Kylan

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
Kylan Rank #533

Kylan is more popular, ranked #533 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Kylan more popular?

Kylan is more popular, ranked #533 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Kylan mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Kylan means "narrow strait" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Seth and Kylan boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Kylan is primarily a boy name.

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