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Timothy 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

Timothy Rank #208
Jesse Rank #187

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #208 for Timothy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Timothy or Jesse more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Timothy at #208 in the United States.

What do Timothy and Jesse mean?

Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Timothy and Jesse boy or girl names?

Timothy is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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