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Seth vs Lawson

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
Lawson Rank #416

Lawson is more popular, ranked #416 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Lawson more popular?

Lawson is more popular, ranked #416 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Lawson mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Lawson means "son of Lawrence" (Old English origin).

Are Seth and Lawson boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Lawson is primarily a boy name.

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