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Seth vs Malik

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
Malik Rank #430

Malik is more popular, ranked #430 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Malik more popular?

Malik is more popular, ranked #430 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Malik mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Malik means "king, master" (Arabic origin).

Are Seth and Malik boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Malik is primarily a boy name.

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