Jessy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJESS-ee / /ˈdʒɛsi/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; English: diminutive of Jesse
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jessy is derived from the Hebrew name Jesse, which appears in the Bible as the father of King David. In English-speaking countries, Jessy is often used as a diminutive or variant of Jesse. The name has gained popularity as a standalone name, particularly in the 20th century. It is commonly used for both boys and girls, though it is more frequently associated with males.
Trend Summary
The name Jessy has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in usage during the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jesse
- Jessie
International Variants
- Jesse (English)
- Jesse (Dutch)
- Jesse (Spanish)
Famous people named Jessy
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Fictional characters named Jessy
Jessy is a character in the Pokémon series, known for being a member of Team Rocket.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jessy was first seen in the United States in 1915. Jessy has ranked as high as #1053 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Jessy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jessy (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 15 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 24 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 30 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 48 |
| 1977 | 49 |
| 1978 | 58 |
| 1979 | 58 |
| 1980 | 90 |
| 1981 | 89 |
| 1982 | 95 |
| 1983 | 58 |
| 1984 | 62 |
| 1985 | 88 |
| 1986 | 103 |
| 1987 | 107 |
| 1988 | 121 |
| 1989 | 124 |
| 1990 | 180 |
| 1991 | 152 |
| 1992 | 188 |
| 1993 | 183 |
| 1994 | 168 |
| 1995 | 150 |
| 1996 | 149 |
| 1997 | 137 |
| 1998 | 93 |
| 1999 | 117 |
| 2000 | 82 |
| 2001 | 80 |
| 2002 | 97 |
| 2003 | 108 |
| 2004 | 94 |
| 2005 | 82 |
| 2006 | 78 |
| 2007 | 90 |
| 2008 | 94 |
| 2009 | 83 |
| 2010 | 62 |
| 2011 | 55 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 53 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 34 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 19 |