Jesse

Jesse has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Jesse isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Naming your dog Jesse is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Jesse was, in the past month, the 629th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2024, Jesse is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Jesse was viewed 0 times, and liked 0 times.

The map below shows Jesse's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Jesse is most adored in New Hampshire, Maine and South Dakota.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in District of Columbia, Washington and Nebraska.

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Jesse.

Most popular breeds named Jesse:

1. Labrador Retriever
2. German Shepherd
3. Golden Retriever
4. Poodle
5. Cocker Spaniel

Jesse is found in these categories:

cute

Evokes images of playful cowboys, like Toy Story's lovable Jessie.

badass

Connotes strength and independence, often associated with iconic figures in history and pop culture.

military

Jesse James, a famous outlaw, shares the name, often associated with strength and bravery.

disney

Named after Woody's yodeling cowgirl partner in Toy Story.

hunting

Jesse is often associated with outdoor, rugged activities, making it suitable for a hunting dog.