Jess Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJESS / dʒɛsEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: God is gracious; Hebrew: He will add
Historical & Cultural Background
Jess is often considered a diminutive of the name Jesse, which has biblical origins. In the Bible, Jesse is the father of King David, making the name significant in Judeo-Christian traditions. The name has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly associated with females in modern contexts. Its popularity has fluctuated over the years, often influenced by cultural trends and notable figures.
Trend Summary
Jess has seen varying popularity in the U.S., often peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jesse
- Jessie
International Variants
- Jesse (Dutch)
- Jesse (Spanish)
Famous people named Jess
Jess Glynne is a British singer and songwriter known for her chart-topping hits.
Jess Harnell is an American voice actor recognized for his work in animation and video games.
Fictional characters named Jess
Jess is a character in the animated series 'Toy Story' known for her adventurous spirit.
Jess Day is the main character in the television series 'New Girl,' portrayed as quirky and lovable.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jess was first seen in the United States in 1880. Jess has ranked as high as #413 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in California, Oklahoma, Texas, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Jess has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jess (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 103 |
| 1881 | 85 |
| 1882 | 122 |
| 1883 | 112 |
| 1884 | 124 |
| 1885 | 119 |
| 1886 | 140 |
| 1887 | 124 |
| 1888 | 132 |
| 1889 | 121 |
| 1890 | 114 |
| 1891 | 87 |
| 1892 | 108 |
| 1893 | 107 |
| 1894 | 104 |
| 1895 | 102 |
| 1896 | 87 |
| 1897 | 110 |
| 1898 | 108 |
| 1899 | 86 |
| 1900 | 128 |
| 1901 | 85 |
| 1902 | 86 |
| 1903 | 81 |
| 1904 | 102 |
| 1905 | 85 |
| 1906 | 67 |
| 1907 | 88 |
| 1908 | 88 |
| 1909 | 87 |
| 1910 | 103 |
| 1911 | 106 |
| 1912 | 171 |
| 1913 | 180 |
| 1914 | 258 |
| 1915 | 577 |
| 1916 | 485 |
| 1917 | 352 |
| 1918 | 387 |
| 1919 | 355 |
| 1920 | 333 |
| 1921 | 338 |
| 1922 | 248 |
| 1923 | 275 |
| 1924 | 261 |
| 1925 | 269 |
| 1926 | 239 |
| 1927 | 268 |
| 1928 | 198 |
| 1929 | 224 |
| 1930 | 207 |
| 1931 | 157 |
| 1932 | 194 |
| 1933 | 178 |
| 1934 | 166 |
| 1935 | 167 |
| 1936 | 158 |
| 1937 | 156 |
| 1938 | 151 |
| 1939 | 165 |
| 1940 | 170 |
| 1941 | 163 |
| 1942 | 190 |
| 1943 | 190 |
| 1944 | 180 |
| 1945 | 167 |
| 1946 | 220 |
| 1947 | 261 |
| 1948 | 222 |
| 1949 | 235 |
| 1950 | 193 |
| 1951 | 232 |
| 1952 | 248 |
| 1953 | 238 |
| 1954 | 245 |
| 1955 | 267 |
| 1956 | 270 |
| 1957 | 272 |
| 1958 | 254 |
| 1959 | 228 |
| 1960 | 289 |
| 1961 | 299 |
| 1962 | 293 |
| 1963 | 288 |
| 1964 | 221 |
| 1965 | 183 |
| 1966 | 200 |
| 1967 | 185 |
| 1968 | 167 |
| 1969 | 190 |
| 1970 | 190 |
| 1971 | 233 |
| 1972 | 242 |
| 1973 | 283 |
| 1974 | 310 |
| 1975 | 283 |
| 1976 | 277 |
| 1977 | 311 |
| 1978 | 346 |
| 1979 | 306 |
| 1980 | 292 |
| 1981 | 277 |
| 1982 | 337 |
| 1983 | 306 |
| 1984 | 261 |
| 1985 | 262 |
| 1986 | 241 |
| 1987 | 216 |
| 1988 | 199 |
| 1989 | 174 |
| 1990 | 214 |
| 1991 | 183 |
| 1992 | 146 |
| 1993 | 149 |
| 1994 | 150 |
| 1995 | 136 |
| 1996 | 144 |
| 1997 | 115 |
| 1998 | 91 |
| 1999 | 96 |
| 2000 | 77 |
| 2001 | 82 |
| 2002 | 70 |
| 2003 | 65 |
| 2004 | 82 |
| 2005 | 79 |
| 2006 | 60 |
| 2007 | 66 |
| 2008 | 55 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 37 |
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 22 |