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Seth vs Westley

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
Westley Rank #656

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #656 for Westley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Westley more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Westley at #656 in the United States.

What do Seth and Westley mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Westley means "western clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Seth and Westley boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Westley is primarily a boy name.

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