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Name Origin

Jesse is a Hebrew given name traditionally meaning 'God exists' or 'gift of God'. It originates from the biblical figure Jesse, father of King David.

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Famous People

Jesse Owens (1913-1980)

Track and Field Athlete

  • Won four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics
  • Broke numerous world records in sprinting and long jump

Jesse Jackson (1941-)

Civil Rights Activist, Baptist Minister, Politician

  • Ran for President of the United States in 1984 and 1988
  • Founded the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition

Jesse Eisenberg (1983-)

Actor, Writer, Producer

  • Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in 'The Social Network'
  • Starred in films such as 'Zombieland', 'Now You See Me' and 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice'

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Caleb

Both Jesse and Caleb are strong biblical names with a traditional feel, creating a harmonious sibling pairing.

Clara

Sharing a similar vintage charm and soft sound, Clara complements Jesse beautifully for a brother-sister duo.

Ethan

Both Jesse and Ethan are popular, timeless names with a down-to-earth, friendly vibe that suits siblings well.