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Jesse vs Roman

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roman

Boy #52 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"citizen of Rome, Roman"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English Polish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#52
Total SSA Count
5,474
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jesse Rank #187
Roman Rank #52

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Roman more popular?

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Roman mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin).

Are Jesse and Roman boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Roman is primarily a boy name.

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