Is Jessa a boy or girl name?

Jessa is traditionally a girl's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.

How popular is Jessa?

Jessa scores 20/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2024.

What are good nicknames for Jessa?

Popular nicknames for Jessa: Jess, Jessie, Ess, Jay.

What names are similar to Jessa?

Names similar to Jessa: Jessie, Jessica, Jenna, Tessa — close in sound, origin, or style.

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Jessa

Jessa is a modern diminutive of the name Jessica, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'foresight' or 'to behold.' The name Jessa itself is often associated with a youthful, fresh spirit, embodying a sense of adventure and curiosity. It has gained usage in English-speaking countries as a standalone name in recent years.

IPA: /ˈdʒɛsə/ · Simplified: JESS-uh

Female

English

Modern Western

Primarily used in English-speaking regions

youthful

modern

energetic

playful

20/100

Popularity

Rising

10-Year Trend

Countries

2024

Peak Year

Meaning of Jessa

Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.

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How to pronounce Jessa

IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.

IPA: /ˈdʒɛsə/ · Simplified: JESS-uh

Nicknames for Jessa

Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.

Jess

Jessie

Ess

Jay

Jessa name popularity

Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.

Popular in Countries

Top countries where this name is most common.

United States

Canada

Australia

United Kingdom

New Zealand

International Forms

How this name appears across different languages and cultures.

Jess

Jessie

Names like Jessa

Names with a similar feel you might also like.

Jessie

Jessica

Jenna

Tessa

Collections featuring Jessa

Curated name lists where this name appears

English names

Personality

Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.

Individuals named Jessa are often seen as lively and imaginative, with a love for spontaneity and exploration. They tend to be sociable and charismatic, drawing people in with their infectious enthusiasm and charm.

Name Day

Traditional celebration date for this name.

Not traditionally celebrated

Famous people named Jessa

Well-known figures who share this name.

Jessa Duggar Seewald

Television personality known for '19 Kids and Counting,' active since the early 2000s

Frequently asked questions about Jessa

Quick answers on meaning, gender, popularity, and nicknames.

What does Jessa mean?: Here is the meaning behind Jessa: Jessa is a modern diminutive of the name Jessica, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'foresight' or 'to behold.' The name Jessa itself is often associated with a youthful, fresh spirit, embodying a sense of adventure and curiosity. It has gained usage in English-speaking countries as a standalone name in recent years.
Is Jessa a boy or girl name?: Jessa is traditionally a girl's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.
How popular is Jessa?: Jessa scores 20/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2024.
What are good nicknames for Jessa?: Popular nicknames for Jessa: Jess, Jessie, Ess, Jay.
What names are similar to Jessa?: Names similar to Jessa: Jessie, Jessica, Jenna, Tessa — close in sound, origin, or style.

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