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Dean vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dean

Boy #142 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"church official overseeing ten"

Origin: Latin decanus

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#142
Total SSA Count
2,545
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Dean Rank #142
Jesse Rank #187

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Jesse more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Dean and Jesse mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dean and Jesse boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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