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Orion vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Orion

Boy #326 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rising in the sky, boundary"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#326
Total SSA Count
1,061
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Orion Rank #326
Jesse Rank #187

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #326 for Orion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orion or Jesse more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Orion at #326 in the United States.

What do Orion and Jesse mean?

Orion means "rising in the sky, boundary" (Greek origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Orion and Jesse boy or girl names?

Orion is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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