Jesse
Meaning of Jesse
Jesse is a timeless male name with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. It's of Hebrew origin and its English pronunciation is JES-ee. A popular variation for Jesse is Jessie. In the United States, this name has consistently maintained its popularity over the decades. From 1880 to the present day, Jesse remains a well-loved choice among parents, with its peak in popularity occurring around the mid-1990s. Although it has slightly decreased in ranking since then, Jesse still holds strong, securing a place within the top 200 most popular boys' names in recent years according to US data. This classic name strikes an ideal balance between being common enough to be recognizable yet unique enough to stand out.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as JES-ee (/dʒɛsi/)
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Notable People Named Jesse
| Jesse Louis Jackson is a prominent American civil rights activist, politician, and Baptist minister who has been a leader in the civil rights movement for over seven decades. |
| Jesse Owens was an American track and field athlete who achieved fame by winning four gold medals at the 1936 Olympic Games. |
| Jesse LeRoy Brown was a pioneering United States Navy officer, known for being the first African-American aviator to complete the Navy's basic flight training program and the first African-American naval officer killed in the Korean War. |
| Jesse Wagstaff is an Australian professional basketball player known for his successful career with the Perth Wildcats in the NBL, winning multiple championships and accolades. |
| Jesse Thomas Lacey is an American musician and lead vocalist of the band Brand New, known for his enigmatic nature and perfectionist approach to his work. |
| Jesse Jagz is a Nigerian rapper, record producer, and songwriter known for his work with Chocolate City and his independent label, Jagz Nation. |
| Jesse McCartney is an American actor and singer known for his roles in All My Children and his solo musical career, as well as his voice work in Alvin and the Chipmunks and Kingdom Hearts. |
| Jesse James Hollywood is an American former drug dealer known for his involvement in the kidnapping and murder of Nicholas Markowitz, for which he is serving life without parole. |
| Jesse Bailey Watters is an American conservative political commentator known for his work on Fox News, including his segment "Watters' World" and co-hosting The Five. |
| Jesse Edwin Davis III was a highly respected Native American guitarist known for his work as a session artist, solo performer, and collaborations with renowned musicians, and was posthumously inducted into the Native American Music Hall of Fame in 2018. |
| Jesse Plemons is an accomplished American actor known for his roles in Friday Night Lights, Breaking Bad, and Fargo, earning Emmy nominations and critical acclaim. |
| Jesse James Palmer is a former NFL quarterback, Canadian television personality, and sports commentator. |
| Jesse Tyler Ferguson is an American actor known for his role as Mitchell Pritchett on the sitcom Modern Family, earning five consecutive Emmy nominations. |
| Jesse Wesley Williams is an American actor, director, producer, and activist known for his role as Dr. Jackson Avery on Grey's Anatomy and his work in films and video games. |
| Jesse Sorensen - Jessy Ryan Sorensen is a well-known American professional wrestler, recognized for his tenure in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling. |
