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Jesse vs Walker

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walker

Boy #82 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cloth walker, one who treads cloth"

Origin: Old English occupational surname

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#82
Total SSA Count
4,023
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jesse Rank #187
Walker Rank #82

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Walker more popular?

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Walker mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Walker means "cloth walker, one who treads cloth" (Old English occupational surname origin).

Are Jesse and Walker boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Walker is primarily a boy name.

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