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Saint vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Saint

Boy #282 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"holy person; one recognized for virtue and closeness to God"

Origin: Latin via Old French

Cultural Roots

American Celebrity culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#282
Total SSA Count
1,195
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Saint Rank #282
Jesse Rank #187

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #282 for Saint.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Saint or Jesse more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Saint at #282 in the United States.

What do Saint and Jesse mean?

Saint means "holy person; one recognized for virtue and closeness to God" (Latin via Old French origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Saint and Jesse boy or girl names?

Saint is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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