Set Name Meaning, Origin & Gender
Set is listed in our database as a boy name of Swedish origin. Its recorded meaning is “Compensation”.
Set Name at a Glance
| Name | Set |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Compensation. |
| Origin | Swedish |
| Gender | Boy |
What Does the Name Set Mean?
According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Set means “Compensation”. 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 Swedish origin. Browse more Swedish 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.
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