Boy
Seth
appointed, placed
About Seth
This timeless selection has weathered centuries while maintaining its crisp, clear appeal. The single-syllable strength gives it a decisive quality that many parents find attractive, suggesting reliability and straightforward character. Despite its brevity, the name carries substantial presence without overwhelming a young child or seeming inadequate for an accomplished adult. Its widespread recognition across multiple cultures provides instant familiarity, eliminating awkward pronunciation moments while still offering individuality. The name resists nickname formation, which appeals to parents who prefer their chosen name to remain unchanged throughout their child's life. Its understated nature allows personality to shine through rather than being overshadowed by an overly elaborate choice. The practical benefits extend to professional contexts where clarity and memorability matter significantly.
Popularity of the Name Seth
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #349 | ||||
| 1881 | #269 | ||||
| 1882 | #312 | ||||
| 1883 | #330 | ||||
| 1884 | #395 | ||||
| 1885 | #289 | ||||
| 1886 | #367 | ||||
| 1887 | #403 | ||||
| 1888 | #342 | ||||
| 1889 | #347 | ||||
| 1890 | #507 | ||||
| 1891 | #373 | ||||
| 1892 | #354 | ||||
| 1893 | #502 | ||||
| 1894 | #559 | ||||
| 1895 | #488 | ||||
| 1896 | #717 | ||||
| 1897 | #457 | ||||
| 1898 | #602 | ||||
| 1899 | #654 | ||||
| 1900 | #442 | ||||
| 1901 | #528 | ||||
| 1902 | #785 | ||||
| 1903 | #520 | ||||
| 1904 | #640 | ||||
| 1905 | #589 | ||||
| 1906 | #582 | ||||
| 1907 | #553 | ||||
| 1908 | #579 | ||||
| 1909 | #556 | ||||
| 1910 | #815 | ||||
| 1911 | #686 | ||||
| 1912 | #667 | ||||
| 1913 | #536 | ||||
| 1914 | #621 | ||||
| 1915 | #651 | ||||
| 1916 | #639 | ||||
| 1917 | #667 | ||||
| 1918 | #616 | ||||
| 1919 | #672 | ||||
| 1920 | #603 | ||||
| 1921 | #607 | ||||
| 1922 | #664 | ||||
| 1923 | #663 | ||||
| 1924 | #729 | ||||
| 1925 | #653 | ||||
| 1926 | #707 | ||||
| 1927 | #809 | ||||
| 1928 | #750 | ||||
| 1929 | #813 | ||||
| 1930 | #908 | ||||
| 1931 | #854 | ||||
| 1932 | #785 | ||||
| 1933 | #731 | ||||
| 1934 | #728 | ||||
| 1935 | #842 | ||||
| 1936 | #852 | ||||
| 1937 | #801 | ||||
| 1938 | #763 | ||||
| 1939 | #781 | ||||
| 1940 | #838 | ||||
| 1941 | #745 | ||||
| 1942 | #712 | ||||
| 1943 | #701 | ||||
| 1944 | #795 | ||||
| 1945 | #698 | ||||
| 1946 | #680 | ||||
| 1947 | #725 | ||||
| 1948 | #676 | ||||
| 1949 | #575 | ||||
| 1950 | #593 | ||||
| 1951 | #647 | ||||
| 1952 | #620 | ||||
| 1953 | #537 | ||||
| 1954 | #494 | ||||
| 1955 | #504 | ||||
| 1956 | #487 | ||||
| 1957 | #484 | ||||
| 1958 | #443 | ||||
| 1959 | #467 | ||||
| 1960 | #436 | ||||
| 1961 | #443 | ||||
| 1962 | #447 | ||||
| 1963 | #462 | ||||
| 1964 | #429 | ||||
| 1965 | #431 | ||||
| 1966 | #409 | ||||
| 1967 | #379 | ||||
| 1968 | #333 | ||||
| 1969 | #319 | ||||
| 1970 | #269 | ||||
| 1971 | #271 | ||||
| 1972 | #244 | ||||
| 1973 | #196 | ||||
| 1974 | #170 | ||||
| 1975 | #136 | ||||
| 1976 | #128 | ||||
| 1977 | #118 | ||||
| 1978 | #106 | #296 | |||
| 1979 | #101 | ||||
| 1980 | #99 | ||||
| 1981 | #95 | #288 | |||
| 1982 | #102 | #270 | |||
| 1983 | #98 | #258 | |||
| 1984 | #99 | ||||
| 1985 | #104 | #300 | |||
| 1986 | #97 | #269 | |||
| 1987 | #89 | #339 | |||
| 1988 | #90 | #244 | |||
| 1989 | #94 | #232 | |||
| 1990 | #102 | #327 | |||
| 1991 | #99 | #309 | #303 | ||
| 1992 | #94 | #308 | #366 | ||
| 1993 | #93 | #338 | #305 | ||
| 1994 | #90 | #212 | #324 | ||
| 1995 | #97 | #279 | #300 | ||
| 1996 | #103 | #309 | #260 | ||
| 1997 | #97 | #469 | #262 | #215 | |
| 1998 | #86 | #386 | #227 | #178 | |
| 1999 | #65 | #381 | #126 | #104 | |
| 2000 | #63 | #323 | #103 | #100 | |
| 2001 | #68 | #261 | #88 | #502 | #93 |
| 2002 | #72 | #267 | #103 | #310 | #83 |
| 2003 | #80 | #235 | #94 | #416 | #91 |
| 2004 | #80 | #212 | #76 | #494 | #86 |
| 2005 | #91 | #186 | #51 | #84 | |
| 2006 | #103 | #173 | #58 | #417 | #91 |
| 2007 | #115 | #142 | #66 | #619 | #99 |
| 2008 | #128 | #136 | #74 | #683 | #94 |
| 2009 | #139 | #125 | #58 | #595 | #102 |
| 2010 | #164 | #122 | #71 | #606 | #131 |
| 2011 | #184 | #106 | #88 | #433 | #135 |
| 2012 | #209 | #98 | #133 | #540 | #146 |
| 2013 | #231 | #97 | #140 | #378 | #180 |
| 2014 | #250 | #96 | #170 | #398 | #193 |
| 2015 | #270 | #97 | #188 | #455 | #192 |
| 2016 | #303 | #111 | #206 | #350 | #265 |
| 2017 | #320 | #123 | #225 | #391 | #261 |
| 2018 | #375 | #136 | #165 | #587 | #248 |
| 2019 | #380 | #155 | #259 | #310 | #277 |
| 2020 | #432 | #174 | #234 | #415 | #285 |
| 2021 | #488 | #170 | #414 | #373 | #337 |
| 2022 | #473 | #197 | #248 | #353 | #305 |
| 2023 | #526 | #216 | #273 | #381 | #349 |
| 2024 | #555 | #294 | #726 | #359 | |
| 2025 | #581 | #283 | #245 | #618 | #376 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Seth
Names Similar to Seth
Nicknames for Seth
- Set
- Sethy
- Sethers
- S
Famous People Named Seth
| Seth Rogen | Canadian actor |
| Seth MacFarlane | American filmmaker |
| Seth Green | American actor |
| Seth Meyers | American comedian |
| Seth Rollins | American professional wrestler |
| Seth Gabel | American actor |
| Seth Curry | American professional basketball player |
| Seth Godin | American author and entrepreneur |
| Seth Jones | American professional hockey player |
| Seth Troxler | American DJ and music producer |
| Seth Adham Curry | American professional basketball player |
| Seth Smith | American baseball player |
| Seth Greenberg | American basketball coach |
| Seth Meyerson | American poet |
| Seth Lakeman | English musician |
| Seth Wescott | American snowboarder |
| Seth Enslow | American daredevil |
| Seth Rudetsky | American musician and radio host |
| Seth Gilliam | American actor |
| Seth Gaaikema | Dutch writer and comedian |
Characters Named Seth
| Seth Cohen | The O.C. TV series |
| Seth Clearwater | Twilight series |
| Seth Bullock | Deadwood TV series |
| Seth Davenport | Damnation TV series |
| Seth Harper | Resident Evil video game series |
| Seth Norris | Lost TV series |
| Seth Gecko | From Dusk Till Dawn TV series |
| Seth Grayson | House of Cards TV series |
| Seth of the Lioness Quartet | Fictional character in Tamora Pierce's novels |
| Seth Brundle | The Fly film |
| Seth Green | Robot Chicken TV series |
| Seth Balmore | Lost Odyssey video game |
| Seth Dixon | Final Destination 2 film |
| Seth Berkman | Friday Night Lights TV series |
| Seth Rice | The X-Files TV series |
| Seth Rollins | WWE 2K18 video game |
| Seth Massey | Escape from New York film |
| Seth Park | Final Destination film |