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Seth vs Uriah

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
Uriah Rank #655

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #655 for Uriah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Uriah more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Uriah at #655 in the United States.

What do Seth and Uriah mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Seth and Uriah boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Uriah is primarily a boy name.

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