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Jesse vs Maxwell

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
Maxwell Rank #182

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Maxwell more popular?

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Maxwell mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin).

Are Jesse and Maxwell boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Maxwell is primarily a boy name.

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