Jesse
boy name#184 in 2025Jesse entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #26 in 1882, ranks #184 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#184
rank today
#26
peak (1882)
2,002
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #29 |
| 1890s | #38 |
| 1900s | #55 |
| 1910s | #76 |
| 1920s | #85 |
| 1930s | #101 |
| 1940s | #104 |
| 1950s | #124 |
| 1960s | #142 |
| 1970s | #73 |
| 1980s | #48 |
| 1990s | #55 |
| 2000s | #98 |
| 2010s | #167 |
| 2020s | #195 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jesse has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 326,000 people named Jesse are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jesse alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jesse in 2025?
- Jesse ranks #184 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,002 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jesse most popular?
- Jesse peaked in 1882, reaching #26 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jesse with classmates?
- Jesse will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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