Emmett vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jesse

Boy #187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#187
Total SSA Count
1,980
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emmett Rank #119
Jesse Rank #187

Emmett is more popular, ranked #119 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmett or Jesse more popular?

Emmett is more popular, ranked #119 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Emmett and Jesse mean?

Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emmett and Jesse boy or girl names?

Emmett is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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