Jesse

What does the baby name Jesse mean? Learn about what Jesse means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Jesse - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Jesse: J-E-S-S-E, is a 5-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Jesse: JES ee
Meaning of Jesse: Wealthy, gift, god's gift, god exists.
Origin of Jesse: The name 'Jesse' has Hebrew origins. It is derived from the Hebrew name Yishai, which means 'gift' or 'wealthy'. In the Bible, Jesse was the father of King David, making it a name with significant biblical associations.; American Names; Biblical Names; Hebrew Names; Southern Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Jesse: Jess; Jessie; Jessy
Popularity of Jesse: The popularity of the name 'Jesse' has fluctuated over time. It gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, reaching its peak in the 1980s. It gradually declined in popularity in the following decades but has remained a moderately popular name.; Jesse currently has 452 likes, and is in the top 1% of liked boy's names. The name Ashley is slightly more popular than Jesse.

Etymology of Jesse

The name 'Jesse' is derived from the Hebrew name Yishai, which is believed to have originated from the Hebrew word 'yishai' meaning 'gift' or 'wealthy'. It is also associated with the Hebrew word 'yasha', which means 'to save' or 'to deliver'.

Cultural Significance of Jesse

The name 'Jesse' holds cultural significance due to its biblical origins. In the Bible, Jesse was the father of King David, who played a significant role in Jewish history and is considered an important figure in Christianity as well. As a result, the name 'Jesse' is often associated with qualities such as strength, leadership, and divine favor.