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Jesse vs Isaac

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
Isaac Rank #40

Isaac is more popular, ranked #40 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Isaac more popular?

Isaac is more popular, ranked #40 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Isaac mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Isaac means "He will laugh; laughter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jesse and Isaac boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Isaac is primarily a boy name.

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