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Seth vs Wilder

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
Wilder Rank #391

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 vs #559 for Seth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seth or Wilder more popular?

Wilder is more popular, ranked #391 compared to Seth at #559 in the United States.

What do Seth and Wilder mean?

Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin). Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Seth and Wilder boy or girl names?

Seth is primarily a boy name. Wilder is primarily a boy name.

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