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Jace vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jace

Boy #114 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Jason, the healer"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#114
Total SSA Count
3,113
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jace Rank #114
Jesse Rank #187

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jace or Jesse more popular?

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jace and Jesse mean?

Jace means "short form of Jason, the healer" (Greek origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jace and Jesse boy or girl names?

Jace is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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