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Jesica

JESS-ih-kah

Jesica is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A variant of Jessica, believed to be derived from the Hebrew name Iscah, meaning 'to behold'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1987.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Jesica Means

A variant of Jessica, believed to be derived from the Hebrew name Iscah, meaning 'to behold'.

The Story of Jesica

This name, a variant of a beloved classic, holds a secret invitation to see the world with wonder, an invitation for your daughter.

Jesica, a close cousin to Jessica, is thought to bloom from the Hebrew name Iscah, meaning 'to behold.' This name gained significant popularity following Shakespeare's use of a similar form in 'The Merchant of Venice.' Its path is one of literary flourish and linguistic evolution, moving from ancient roots to stages, and finally to modern nurseries.

To say 'Jesica' is to feel a spark of delight, a sense of open possibility. When you first imagine writing this name on a birth announcement, it feels bright and optimistic, like the first glimmer of understanding in your child's eyes. It suggests a spirit that notices the world's details, that finds joy in observation, and that will greet life with an empathetic and creative gaze.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Personality Traits

CreativeFriendlyOptimisticEmpathetic

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Peak Year

#238 in 1987

Total Births

4,715

First Recorded

1966

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