Ezra vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ezra

Boy #13 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, powerful"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#13
Total SSA Count
8,774
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ezra Rank #13
Jesse Rank #187

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ezra or Jesse more popular?

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Ezra and Jesse mean?

Ezra means "strong, powerful" (Hebrew origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ezra and Jesse boy or girl names?

Ezra is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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