Jesse vs Myles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Myles

Boy #99 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Latin (miles, soldier)

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#99
Total SSA Count
3,551
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jesse Rank #187
Myles Rank #99

Myles is more popular, ranked #99 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Myles more popular?

Myles is more popular, ranked #99 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Myles mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Myles means "soldier, merciful" (Latin (miles, soldier) origin).

Are Jesse and Myles boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Myles is primarily a boy name.

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