Jessie
boy name#1425 in 2025Jessie entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #69 in 1900, ranks #1425 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1425
rank today
#69
peak (1900)
126
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #86 |
| 1890s | #79 |
| 1900s | #75 |
| 1910s | #107 |
| 1920s | #121 |
| 1930s | #145 |
| 1940s | #176 |
| 1950s | #224 |
| 1960s | #255 |
| 1970s | #253 |
| 1980s | #213 |
| 1990s | #302 |
| 2000s | #467 |
| 2010s | #845 |
| 2020s | #1286 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jessie has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 58,000 people named Jessie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jessie alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jessie in 2025?
- Jessie ranks #1425 among US boy names in 2025, with 126 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jessie most popular?
- Jessie peaked in 1900, reaching #69 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jessie with classmates?
- Jessie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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