US Popularity:362
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:the Lord exists
Jesse is a gender-neutral baby name of Hebrew origin. If you intend to raise baby religiously, you may appreciate the meaning, “the Lord exists.” In the Hebrew Bible, Jesse, or Isai, is first recognized in the Old Testament. Jesse was known as the father of King David and a sheep farmer in the heart of Bethlehem. It’s also believed that the phrase “root of Jesse” was commonly used to describe David and the rest of their large family tree. With a name like Jesse, baby can carry the joy of their faith and family wherever they go.
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Famous People Named Jesse

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  • Jesse Eisenberg
    Actor
  • Jesse Metcalf
    Actor
  • Jesse Owens
    Olympic Runner
  • Jesse Tyler Ferguson
    TV Actor

Common Nicknames for Jesse

Nothing is really quite as cute as baby—but the perfect nickname comes close. From the catchy to the cool, the options for Jesse are so sweet you just can’t help but say, “awww!” And we’ve rounded them up for you and your adorable baby below.

How Popular Is The Name Jesse?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Jesse is currently #188 on The Bump
Boy:Jesse is currently #110 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Jesse is currently #135 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Jesse is currently #362 in U.S. births
Boy:Jesse is currently #203 in U.S. births
Girl:Jesse is currently #2464 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#2464
in 2023
+ 715
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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