Holden vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Holden

Boy #281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deep valley; hollow valley"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#281
Total SSA Count
1,205
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Holden Rank #281
Jesse Rank #187

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #281 for Holden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holden or Jesse more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Holden at #281 in the United States.

What do Holden and Jesse mean?

Holden means "deep valley; hollow valley" (Old English origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Holden and Jesse boy or girl names?

Holden is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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