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Mark vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mark

Boy #246 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch Scandinavian Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#246
Total SSA Count
1,437
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mark Rank #246
Jesse Rank #187

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #246 for Mark.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Jesse more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Mark at #246 in the United States.

What do Mark and Jesse mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mark and Jesse boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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