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Tommy 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

Tommy Rank #731
Seth Rank #559

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 vs #731 for Tommy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tommy or Seth more popular?

Seth is more popular, ranked #559 compared to Tommy at #731 in the United States.

What do Tommy and Seth mean?

Tommy means "twin" (Aramaic origin). Seth means "appointed, placed by God" (Hebrew Shet (שֵׁת) origin).

Are Tommy and Seth boy or girl names?

Tommy is primarily a boy name. Seth is primarily a boy name.

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