Jesse Villafuerte

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jesse Villafuerte — Latin
314K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jesse Villafuerte 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 Villafuerte: Amílcar Augusto Villafuerte Trujillo (born 1964), Mexican politician affiliated with the PVEM Brandon Villafuerte, American baseball player Edwin Villafuerte, Ecuadoran footballer Jaime Villafuerte (born 1920), Filipino former sports shooter José Voltaire Villafuerte Tenorio (born 1956), Ecuadorian retired footballer Juan Villafuerte, Ecuadorian painter Juan Rodríguez de Villafuerte, a Spanish conquistador Luis Raymund "LRay" Favis Villafuerte Jr. (born 1968), Filipino politician Luis Robredo Villafuerte, Sr. 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: Villafuerte

Spanish

Amílcar Augusto Villafuerte Trujillo (born 1964), Mexican politician affiliated with the PVEM Brandon Villafuerte, American baseball player Edwin Villafuerte, Ecuadoran footballer Jaime Villafuerte (born 1920), Filipino former sports shooter José Voltaire Villafuerte Tenorio (born 1956), Ecuadorian retired footballer Juan Villafuerte, Ecuadorian painter Juan Rodríguez de Villafuerte, a Spanish conquistador Luis Raymund "LRay" Favis Villafuerte Jr. (born 1968), Filipino politician Luis Robredo Villafuerte, Sr.

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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 Villafuerte

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 Villafuerte:

9
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Personality Number

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

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 Villafuerte?
The surname Villafuerte originates from Spanish. Amílcar Augusto Villafuerte Trujillo (born 1964), Mexican politician affiliated with the PVEM Brandon Villafuerte, American baseball player Edwin Villafuerte, Ecuadoran footballer Jaime Villafuerte (born 1920), Filipino former sports shooter José Voltaire Villafuerte Tenorio (born 1956), Ecuadorian retired footballer Juan Villafuerte, Ecuadorian painter Juan Rodríguez de Villafuerte, a Spanish conquistador Luis Raymund "LRay" Favis Villafuerte Jr. (born 1968), Filipino politician Luis Robredo Villafuerte, Sr.
What are the origins of the name Jesse Villafuerte?
The name Jesse Villafuerte combines two different traditions: the first name Jesse has Latin roots, while the surname Villafuerte originates from Spanish.
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