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Seth vs Pierce

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
Pierce Rank #541

Pierce is more popular, ranked #541 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Pierce more popular?

Pierce is more popular, ranked #541 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Pierce mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Pierce means "rock, stone" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Seth and Pierce boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Pierce is primarily a boy name.

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