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Jessica

JESS-i-kə

Popularity

#574

falling

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

1,053,884

Peak Year

#56,239 in 1987

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A Shakespearean invention, likely based on the Hebrew name *Yiskah* which appears in the Bible. The exact meaning is debated, potentially meaning 'God beholds' or 'wealthy'.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Jessica Alba

    American actress and businesswoman

  • Jessica Lange

    Award-winning American actress

Nicknames

JessJessie

Similar Names

JenniferAmandaMelissaAshley

Personality Traits

KindIntelligentCreativeCharming

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