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Jessiemae

JES-ee-may

Jessiemae is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Jessiemae is a combination name, formed by joining Jessie (a short form of Jessica, meaning 'God beholds' in Hebrew) with Mae (a short form of Mary, meaning 'bitter' or 'wished-for child').”, and peaked in popularity in 1921.

Letters9
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Jessiemae Means

Jessiemae is a combination name, formed by joining Jessie (a short form of Jessica, meaning 'God beholds' in Hebrew) with Mae (a short form of Mary, meaning 'bitter' or 'wished-for child').

The Story of Jessiemae

This name carries the charm of sun-drenched porches and stories told on long summer evenings.

Jessiemae is a classic combination, uniting Jessie, a shortened form of Jessica meaning 'God beholds,' with Mae, often derived from Mary, suggesting a 'wished-for child.' It was most prominent in the early 20th century, a nod to enduring affection.

For your daughter, Jessiemae evokes a sense of gentle caring. You imagine her greeting the world with a friendly smile, a creative spirit full of warmth and a wish fulfilled.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Personality Traits

FriendlyCaringCreativeGentle

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Peak Year

#8 in 1921

Total Births

43

First Recorded

1913

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