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Seth vs Travis

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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Travis

Boy #362 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crossing, toll bridge operator"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#362
Total SSA Count
914
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Seth Rank #559
Travis Rank #362

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Travis more popular?

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Travis mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin).

Are Seth and Travis boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Travis is primarily a boy name.

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