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Boy vs Jess

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Boy

Boy #4,506 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young male, beloved son"

Origin: Filipino

Cultural Roots

Filipino Thai American Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,506
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Boy Rank #4,506
Jess Rank #4,646

Boy is more popular, ranked #4506 vs #4646 for Jess.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boy or Jess more popular?

Boy is more popular, ranked #4506 compared to Jess at #4646 in the United States.

What do Boy and Jess mean?

Boy means "young male, beloved son" (Filipino origin). Jess means "God exists, God is" (Hebrew origin).

Are Boy and Jess boy or girl names?

Boy is primarily a boy name. Jess is primarily a boy name.

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