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Seth vs Lawrence

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
Lawrence Rank #510

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Lawrence more popular?

Lawrence is more popular, ranked #510 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Lawrence mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin).

Are Seth and Lawrence boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Lawrence is primarily a boy name.

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