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Jesse vs Matteo

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
Matteo Rank #138

Matteo is more popular, ranked #138 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Matteo more popular?

Matteo is more popular, ranked #138 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Matteo mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Matteo means "gift of God" (Hebrew via Italian origin).

Are Jesse and Matteo boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Matteo is primarily a boy name.

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