Louis vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Louis

Boy #236 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior, renowned in battle"

Origin: Germanic/Frankish

Cultural Roots

French English German Spanish Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#236
Total SSA Count
1,503
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Louis Rank #236
Jesse Rank #187

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #236 for Louis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Louis or Jesse more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Louis at #236 in the United States.

What do Louis and Jesse mean?

Louis means "famous warrior, renowned in battle" (Germanic/Frankish origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Louis and Jesse boy or girl names?

Louis is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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