Seth vs Spencer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Seth

Boy #559 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"appointed, placed by God"

Origin: Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת)

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Boy #388 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dispenser of provisions, household steward"

Origin: Old French

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Seth Rank #559

Spencer Rank #388

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 vs #559 for Seth.

Is Seth or Spencer more popular?

Spencer is more popular, ranked #388 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Spencer mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Spencer means "dispenser of provisions, household steward" (Old French origin).

Are Seth and Spencer boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Spencer is primarily a boy name.