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Jesse vs Cyrus

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
Cyrus Rank #255

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #255 for Cyrus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Cyrus more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Cyrus at #255 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Cyrus mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Cyrus means "sun, throne" (Old Persian origin).

Are Jesse and Cyrus boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Cyrus is primarily a boy name.

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