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Spencer vs Seth

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

Spencer Rank #388
Seth Rank #559

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spencer or Seth more popular?

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

What do Spencer and Seth mean?

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

Are Spencer and Seth boy or girl names?

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

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