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Seth vs Reece

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
Reece Rank #455

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Reece more popular?

Reece is more popular, ranked #455 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Reece mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Reece means "enthusiasm, ardent" (Old Welsh origin).

Are Seth and Reece boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Reece is primarily a boy name.

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