Setty is an uncommon surname that can also be used as a given name. It has multiple potential origins, including:

1. Indian origin: In South India, particularly in Andhra Pradesh, Setty is a common surname among certain communities, often associated with merchant or trading classes.
2. English origin: It could be a variant of the name Setti or Settie, possibly derived from Old English “sǣta,” meaning “settler” or “dweller.”

As a first name, Setty is quite rare and doesn’t appear in most popular name rankings. This uniqueness might appeal to parents looking for an uncommon name with potential multicultural roots.

The name Setty might inspire thoughts of entrepreneurship and business acumen, given its association with merchant communities in India. For those familiar with its possible English origins, it might evoke images of stability and establishing roots.