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Jesse vs Nolan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nolan

Boy #64 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Nuallán"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#64
Total SSA Count
4,888
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jesse Rank #187
Nolan Rank #64

Nolan is more popular, ranked #64 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Nolan more popular?

Nolan is more popular, ranked #64 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Nolan mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Nolan means "descendant of Nuallán" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Jesse and Nolan boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Nolan is primarily a boy name.

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