Seth is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #197 in 2022 with 260 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2015 with 703 births ranking #93. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 477.8%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 1,094 boys born was named Seth. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Seth is a concise biblical Hebrew name meaning appointed or placed. It feels calm, strong, and quietly enduring.
The name appears early in the Book of Genesis and has remained in use for generations. Its shortness helps it feel modern, even though its roots are ancient.