Myles vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Myles

Boy #99 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Latin (miles, soldier)

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#99
Total SSA Count
3,551
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Myles Rank #99
Jesse Rank #187

Myles is more popular, ranked #99 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Myles or Jesse more popular?

Myles is more popular, ranked #99 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Myles and Jesse mean?

Myles means "soldier, merciful" (Latin (miles, soldier) origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Myles and Jesse boy or girl names?

Myles is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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