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Walker vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walker

Boy #82 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cloth walker, one who treads cloth"

Origin: Old English occupational surname

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#82
Total SSA Count
4,023
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Walker Rank #82
Jesse Rank #187

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walker or Jesse more popular?

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Walker and Jesse mean?

Walker means "cloth walker, one who treads cloth" (Old English occupational surname origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Walker and Jesse boy or girl names?

Walker is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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