Jessa Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJESS-uh / ˈdʒɛsəHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: Wealthy; English: Diminutive of Jessica
Historical & Cultural Background
Jessa is often considered a modern variant of the name Jessica, which gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name Jessica was popularized by William Shakespeare in his play 'The Merchant of Venice.' Jessa has emerged as a standalone name, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with a sense of warmth and friendliness.
Trend Summary
Jessa has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jess
- Jesse
International Variants
- Jéssica (Spanish)
- Jéssica (Portuguese)
Famous people named Jessa
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jessa was first seen in the United States in 1929. Jessa has ranked as high as #866 nationally, which occurred in 1929, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jessa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jessa
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1929 | 5 |