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Atticus vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Atticus

Boy #277 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Attica, man of Athens"

Origin: Latin from Greek

Cultural Roots

English American classical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#277
Total SSA Count
1,223
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Atticus Rank #277
Jesse Rank #187

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #277 for Atticus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atticus or Jesse more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Atticus at #277 in the United States.

What do Atticus and Jesse mean?

Atticus means "from Attica, man of Athens" (Latin from Greek origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Atticus and Jesse boy or girl names?

Atticus is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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