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Seth vs Peyton

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
Peyton Rank #659

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #659 for Peyton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Peyton more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Peyton at #659 in the United States.

What do Seth and Peyton mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Seth and Peyton boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Peyton is primarily a boy name.

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