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Seth vs Leonidas

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
Leonidas Rank #509

Leonidas is more popular, ranked #509 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Leonidas more popular?

Leonidas is more popular, ranked #509 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Leonidas mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Leonidas means "son of the lion" (Greek origin).

Are Seth and Leonidas boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Leonidas is primarily a boy name.

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