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Jesse vs Edwin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jesse Rank #187
Edwin Rank #383

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #383 for Edwin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Edwin more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Edwin mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Jesse and Edwin boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.

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