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Adam vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adam

Boy #100 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"man, mankind, human"

Origin: Hebrew (adamah, earth)

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Arabic Christian Jewish Muslim

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#100
Total SSA Count
3,497
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Adam Rank #100
Jesse Rank #187

Adam is more popular, ranked #100 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adam or Jesse more popular?

Adam is more popular, ranked #100 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Adam and Jesse mean?

Adam means "man, mankind, human" (Hebrew (adamah, earth) origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Adam and Jesse boy or girl names?

Adam is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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