Seth: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: se-hth
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Appointed

Seth is a boy's name of Hebrew origin, meaning "appointed" or "placed". It is associated with the teachings of the Torah and has its roots in both Egyptian and Hebrew cultures. In the Hebrew Bible, Seth was the name of Adam and Eve's third son, born after the death of Abel as a replacement for him. The name is derived from the Hebrew word "shyt," which means "to set or place firm". The name Seth has a rich history and deep meaning. In ancient Egyptian mythology, Seth, also known as Set, was an important deity, considered the god of deserts, storms, disorder, violence, and foreigners. The name Seth means "strength" in Egyptian, but he was also associated with chaos, destruction, confusion, evil, anger, and storms. In various religious texts and contexts, Seth represents the connection between humanity and the divine realm.

Seth Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Seth is currently #214 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Seth is currently #214 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Seth is currently #211 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Seth is currently #211 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Seth

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Seth, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Seth MacFarlane: Seth MacFarlane is an American actor, animator, writer, producer, and singer known for creating "Family Guy," "American Dad!" and "The Orville."
  • Seth Rogen: Seth Rogen is a Canadian actor, comedian, writer, and producer known for his roles in "Superbad," "Pineapple Express," and "This Is the End."
  • Seth Green: Seth Green is an American actor, producer, writer, and director known for his roles in "Austin Powers," "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," and for co-creating "Robot Chicken."
  • Seth Curry: Seth Curry is an American professional basketball player known for his career in the NBA and for being the younger brother of Stephen Curry.
  • Seth Meyers: Seth Meyers is an American comedian, writer, producer, actor, and television host known for his work on "Saturday Night Live" and as the host of "Late Night with Seth Meyers."

 

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