American track and field athlete (1913–1980)
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American track and field athlete (1913–1980)
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English
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Jesse Owens is American track and field athlete (1913–1980).
The name Jesse means "unisex given name". It is of English origin.
Name Meaning
unisex given name
The name Jesse is of English origin, meaning "unisex given name". It is traditionally a male name.
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