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Jessica

female

Meaning

"God Beholds"

Popularized by Shakespeare, it is often linked to a Hebrew root for seeing, though etymological pathways are debated.

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Popularity History of Jessica

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#574Top 1000

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#574

Jessica was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-24

lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Jessica Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Jessica.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Jessica

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Jessica, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

16 linked lists

Famous Jessicas

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    Jessica Alba
    American actress and entrepreneur who founded The Honest Company
  • J
    Jessica Simpson
    American singer and television personality

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew, English
Syllables3
Length7 letters

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