Name Detail

Jesse

Jesse is a given name of Hebrew origin. It derives its popularity from the biblical figure Jesse, father of Israelite monarch David. The English version is derived from the Latin Iesse, borrowed from the Ancient Greek Iessaí (Ἰεσσαί), and ultimately from the Hebrew Yišay (יִשַׁי).

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Meaning

Jesse is a given name of Hebrew origin. It derives its popularity from the biblical figure Jesse, fa

Snapshot

A boy name with 1 syllables. Currently considered rare.

Popularity Over Time

U.S. Data (2000-2023)

Explore how the popularity of Jesse has changed over the last two decades.

Historical Context & Cultural Origin

Jesse is a given name of Hebrew origin. It derives its popularity from the biblical figure Jesse, father of King David. The name has been consistently used throughout history and remains popular in English-speaking countries.