Jesse Pagano

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jesse Pagano — Latin
314K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jesse Pagano 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 Pagano: A. J. Pagano (fl. 1984–1988), American college football player Bartolomeo Pagano (1878–1947), Italian motion picture actor Biagio Pagano (born 1983), Italian footballer Cesare Pagano (born 1969), Italian Camorrista (mobster) Chuck Pagano (born 1960), American football coach Chuck Pagano (ESPN), American business executive Daniel Pagano (born 1953), American mobster Darlene Pagano, American lesbian feminist activist Ernest Pagano (1901–1953), American screenwriter Francesco Mario Pagano (1748–1799), Italian author and jurist Giuseppe Pagano (1896–1945), Italian architect John Pagano (born 1967). 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: Pagano

Spanish

A. J. Pagano (fl. 1984–1988), American college football player Bartolomeo Pagano (1878–1947), Italian motion picture actor Biagio Pagano (born 1983), Italian footballer Cesare Pagano (born 1969), Italian Camorrista (mobster) Chuck Pagano (born 1960), American football coach Chuck Pagano (ESPN), American business executive Daniel Pagano (born 1953), American mobster Darlene Pagano, American lesbian feminist activist Ernest Pagano (1901–1953), American screenwriter Francesco Mario Pagano (1748–1799), Italian author and jurist Giuseppe Pagano (1896–1945), Italian architect John Pagano (born 1967).

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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 Pagano

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 Pagano:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Pagano?
The surname Pagano originates from Spanish. A. J. Pagano (fl. 1984–1988), American college football player Bartolomeo Pagano (1878–1947), Italian motion picture actor Biagio Pagano (born 1983), Italian footballer Cesare Pagano (born 1969), Italian Camorrista (mobster) Chuck Pagano (born 1960), American football coach Chuck Pagano (ESPN), American business executive Daniel Pagano (born 1953), American mobster Darlene Pagano, American lesbian feminist activist Ernest Pagano (1901–1953), American screenwriter Francesco Mario Pagano (1748–1799), Italian author and jurist Giuseppe Pagano (1896–1945), Italian architect John Pagano (born 1967).
What are the origins of the name Jesse Pagano?
The name Jesse Pagano combines two different traditions: the first name Jesse has Latin roots, while the surname Pagano originates from Spanish.
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