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Seth vs Marshall

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
Marshall Rank #392

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Marshall more popular?

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Marshall mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin).

Are Seth and Marshall boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Marshall is primarily a boy name.

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