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How to pronounce Jesse (JES-ee)

Jesse

JES-ee

JESee

Hebrew biblical origin. Two syllables, stress on the first.

Notes

Hebrew biblical origin. Two syllables, stress on the first.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
gift (from Yishai)

Popularity

Used for both boys and girls in Australia; biblical name as the father of King David.

Notable people

  • Jesse Owens (American athlete)
  • Jesse Eisenberg (American actor)

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