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Maxwell vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Maxwell Rank #182
Jesse Rank #187

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maxwell or Jesse more popular?

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Maxwell and Jesse mean?

Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Maxwell and Jesse boy or girl names?

Maxwell is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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