Jesse Heilman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jesse Heilman — Latin
314K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jesse Heilman is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Jesse is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Jesse is a given name of Hebrew origin. It derives its popularity from the biblical figure Jesse, father of Israelite monarch David. The English version is derived from the Latin Iesse, borrowed from the Ancient Greek Iessaí (Ἰεσσαί), and ultimately from the Hebrew Yišay (יִשַׁי). The English name was translated into many languages (especially Romance languages and Greek). It has been a popular given name in many English-speaking countries since the 1880s. Despite being similar in appearance, it is unrelated in origin to the given name Jessica. The surname Heilman: Heilman is a surname, found in particular in the U.S, either as a variation of the German/Alsacian surname Heilmann belonging to some protestant families in the south-west of Germany, or from other origins ("heilman" seems to be in Poland the surname of some Jewish families, cf. Anna Heilman below). Aaron Heilman (born 1978), American baseball player Anna Heilman (1928–2011), Polish resistance fighter Dan Heilman (1922–1966), American comic strip cartoonist E. Bruce Heilman, American college and university president James Heilman, Canadian physician John Heilman, American politician John B. Jesse is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 314K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jesse reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jesse

Latin

Jesse is a given name of Hebrew origin. It derives its popularity from the biblical figure Jesse, father of Israelite monarch David. The English version is derived from the Latin Iesse, borrowed from the Ancient Greek Iessaí (Ἰεσσαί), and ultimately from the Hebrew Yišay (יִשַׁי). The English name was translated into many languages (especially Romance languages and Greek). It has been a popular given name in many English-speaking countries since the 1880s. Despite being similar in appearance, it is unrelated in origin to the given name Jessica.

Surname: Heilman

Slavic

Heilman is a surname, found in particular in the U.S, either as a variation of the German/Alsacian surname Heilmann belonging to some protestant families in the south-west of Germany, or from other origins ("heilman" seems to be in Poland the surname of some Jewish families, cf. Anna Heilman below). Aaron Heilman (born 1978), American baseball player Anna Heilman (1928–2011), Polish resistance fighter Dan Heilman (1922–1966), American comic strip cartoonist E. Bruce Heilman, American college and university president James Heilman, Canadian physician John Heilman, American politician John B.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Jesse is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Jesse by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Jesse Heilman

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Jesse Heilman:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Jesse?
The first name Jesse originates from Latin. Jesse is a given name of Hebrew origin. It derives its popularity from the biblical figure Jesse, father of Israelite monarch David. The English version is derived from the Latin Iesse, borrowed from the Ancient Greek Iessaí (Ἰεσσαί), and ultimately from the Hebrew Yišay (יִשַׁי). The English name was translated into many languages (especially Romance languages and Greek). It has been a popular given name in many English-speaking countries since the 1880s. Despite being similar in appearance, it is unrelated in origin to the given name Jessica.
When was Jesse most popular?
The name Jesse reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Heilman?
The surname Heilman originates from Slavic. Heilman is a surname, found in particular in the U.S, either as a variation of the German/Alsacian surname Heilmann belonging to some protestant families in the south-west of Germany, or from other origins ("heilman" seems to be in Poland the surname of some Jewish families, cf. Anna Heilman below). Aaron Heilman (born 1978), American baseball player Anna Heilman (1928–2011), Polish resistance fighter Dan Heilman (1922–1966), American comic strip cartoonist E. Bruce Heilman, American college and university president James Heilman, Canadian physician John Heilman, American politician John B.
What are the origins of the name Jesse Heilman?
The name Jesse Heilman combines two different traditions: the first name Jesse has Latin roots, while the surname Heilman originates from Slavic.
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