Jessica Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJESS-ih-kuh / /ˈdʒɛsɪkə/Hebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: 'wealthy'; Latin: 'to behold'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jessica is a name that gained popularity in the English-speaking world after its use in William Shakespeare's play 'The Merchant of Venice'. The name is derived from the Hebrew name Yiskah, which appears in the Bible. It has been a common name in various cultures since the 16th century and has seen various spellings and adaptations over time.
Trend Summary
Jessica was a highly popular name in the United States from the 1980s through the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jess
- Jessie
International Variants
- Jéssica (Spanish)
- Jéssica (Portuguese)
- Jessika (German)
Famous people named Jessica
Jessica Alba is an American actress and businesswoman known for her roles in films such as 'Sin City' and 'Fantastic Four'.
Jessica Chastain is an American actress and producer recognized for her performances in films like 'Zero Dark Thirty' and 'The Help'.
Jessica Ennis-Hill is a retired British track and field athlete who won a gold medal in heptathlon at the 2012 London Olympics.
Jessica Simpson is an American singer, actress, and fashion designer who gained fame in the early 2000s with her pop music career.
Fictional characters named Jessica
Jessica Rabbit is a character from the film 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit', known for her glamorous appearance and sultry voice.
Jessica Day is a character from the television series 'New Girl', portrayed as an optimistic and quirky teacher.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jessica was first seen in the United States in 1963. Jessica has ranked as high as #946 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, New York, District of Columbia, Ohio, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Jessica has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jessica (2004)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
KY | 18 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1963 | 5 |
1964 | 7 |
1965 | 8 |
1966 | 10 |
1967 | 12 |
1969 | 13 |
1970 | 15 |
1971 | 19 |
1972 | 24 |
1973 | 20 |
1974 | 42 |
1975 | 51 |
1976 | 56 |
1977 | 92 |
1978 | 95 |
1979 | 114 |
1980 | 126 |
1981 | 165 |
1982 | 188 |
1983 | 194 |
1984 | 180 |
1985 | 230 |
1986 | 217 |
1987 | 243 |
1988 | 225 |
1989 | 252 |
1990 | 140 |
1991 | 120 |
1992 | 103 |
1993 | 100 |
1994 | 105 |
1995 | 51 |
1996 | 47 |
1997 | 45 |
1998 | 30 |
1999 | 28 |
2000 | 27 |
2001 | 27 |
2002 | 22 |
2003 | 17 |
2004 | 35 |
2005 | 19 |
2006 | 10 |
2007 | 13 |
2008 | 6 |
2009 | 10 |
2010 | 6 |
2011 | 9 |
2016 | 5 |