Set Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Set Name at a Glance

Name	Set
Meaning	Son of Seb and Nut.
Origin	Egyptian
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Set Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Set means “Son of Seb and Nut”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Set Name Origin

Our database records Set under Egyptian origin. Browse more Egyptian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Set a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Set is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Set

When considering Set for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.