Jesses
boy nameJesses entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #2609 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#2609
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4307 |
| 1930s | #3145 |
| 1940s | #3560 |
| 1950s | #3552 |
| 1970s | #5579 |
| 1980s | #6941 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jesses are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jesses alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jesses in 2025?
- Jesses is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jesses most popular?
- Jesses peaked in 1939, reaching #2609 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jesses with classmates?
- Jesses will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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