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Anson vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anson

Boy #1,396 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Anne, son of Agnes"

Origin: English patronymic

Cultural Roots

English American Chinese-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,396
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Anson Rank #1,396
Jesse Rank #187

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #1396 for Anson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anson or Jesse more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Anson at #1396 in the United States.

What do Anson and Jesse mean?

Anson means "son of Anne, son of Agnes" (English patronymic origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Anson and Jesse boy or girl names?

Anson is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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