Waylon vs Jesse

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Waylon

Boy #65 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wayside land, roadside settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#65
Total SSA Count
4,878
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Waylon Rank #65
Jesse Rank #187

Waylon is more popular, ranked #65 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waylon or Jesse more popular?

Waylon is more popular, ranked #65 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Waylon and Jesse mean?

Waylon means "wayside land, roadside settlement" (Old English origin). Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin).

Are Waylon and Jesse boy or girl names?

Waylon is primarily a boy name. Jesse is primarily a boy name.

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