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Jesse vs Asher

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

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Popularity Comparison

Jesse Rank #187
Asher Rank #20

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Asher more popular?

Asher is more popular, ranked #20 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Asher mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Asher means "fortunate, prosperous" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jesse and Asher boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Asher is primarily a boy name.

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