Jessie vs Marigold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marigold

Girl #693 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#693
Total SSA Count
406
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Goldie, Merry

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jessie Rank #807
Marigold Rank #693

Marigold is more popular, ranked #693 vs #807 for Jessie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jessie ___

  • Jessie Mae
  • Jessie Ann
  • Jessie Lynn
  • Jessie Rae
  • Jessie Claire
  • Jessie June

Marigold ___

  • Marigold Rose
  • Marigold June
  • Marigold Pearl
  • Marigold Claire
  • Marigold Faye
  • Marigold Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jessie

Katie Lucy Lily Molly Sam

If you choose Marigold

Primrose Violet Clementine Barnaby Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jessie or Marigold more popular?

Marigold is more popular, ranked #693 compared to Jessie at #807 in the United States.

What do Jessie and Marigold mean?

Jessie means "God is gracious" (Hebrew/Scottish origin). Marigold means "Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary" (English origin).

Are Jessie and Marigold boy or girl names?

Jessie is primarily a girl name. Marigold is primarily a girl name.

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