Paxton 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

Popularity Comparison

Paxton Rank #288
Jesse Rank #187

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #288 for Paxton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paxton or Jesse more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Paxton at #288 in the United States.

What do Paxton and Jesse mean?

Paxton means "peace town; settlement of peace" (Latin/Old English origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Paxton and Jesse boy or girl names?

Paxton is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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