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Uriah 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

Uriah Rank #655
Seth Rank #559

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uriah or Seth more popular?

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

What do Uriah and Seth mean?

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

Are Uriah and Seth boy or girl names?

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

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