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Jesse vs Jasper

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
Jasper Rank #133

Jasper is more popular, ranked #133 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Jasper more popular?

Jasper is more popular, ranked #133 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Jasper mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Jasper means "treasurer, keeper of treasure" (Persian origin).

Are Jesse and Jasper boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Jasper is primarily a boy name.

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