boy · Hebrew

Seth

/SETH/

Meaning: Appointed

Seth at a glance

Meaning
Appointed
Origin
Hebrew
Religion
Christian
Gender
boy
Pronunciation
SETH
Syllables
1
Popularity
classic

Lucky details for Seth

Number
9
Color
Coral Red
Stone
Red Coral
Flower
Marigold
Day
Tuesday
Planet
Mars
Zodiac
Aries
Metal
Bronze

Seth is a Hebrew name meaning “appointed”. Parents choose Seth for its 1-syllable rhythm and its association with brave, energetic, fiercely compassionate. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Seth reduce to 9, a number linked with Mars and with people who are courageous, generous, stands up for people who need it.

Numerology

Chaldean value 9 — Brave, energetic, fiercely compassionate.

Personality

Brave, energetic, fiercely compassionate

Positive Traits

Courageous, generous, stands up for people who need it

Negative Traits

Acts on impulse and needs an outlet for all that energy

Career Suggestions

Medicine, defence, sport, activism, surgery

Nicknames

Seti Sey

Middle Names

Sibling Names

Compatible Names

FAQs about the name Seth

What does the name Seth mean?

Seth means “appointed” and comes from a Hebrew root.

Is Seth a boy or girl name?

Seth is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Seth?

Seth is pronounced SETH (1 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Seth?

The lucky number for Seth is 9, ruled by Mars.

What are good nicknames for Seth?

Popular short forms include Seti, Sey.