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Seth vs Quincy

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
Quincy Rank #688

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #688 for Quincy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Quincy more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Quincy at #688 in the United States.

What do Seth and Quincy mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Quincy means "estate of the fifth son" (French/Norman origin).

Are Seth and Quincy boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Quincy is primarily a boy name.

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