Jessiah
Jessiah is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God heals, or gift of God (blending elements of Josiah and Jesse).
Origin and history
Jessiah is a modern variant spelling blending elements of Jesse and Josiah, both derived from Hebrew roots. It has gained steady traction in the United States over recent decades as parents seek classic biblical phonetic elements with a unique twist. The name offers a gentle yet strong sound that fits well among contemporary American naming trends.
Popularity in the United States
2,285 babies in the United States have been named Jessiah since 1880. It ranks #2708 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1265.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.2 %)
- TX (22.4 %)
- FL (13.4 %)
- NY (12.2 %)
- NC (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 28 |
| 1990-2000 | 102 |
| 2000-2010 | 445 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,000 |
| 2020-2029 | 704 |
Nicknames
Jess, Jesse, Siah
Fun facts
- Jessiah combines the traditional sound of Josiah with the initial syllable of Jesse.
- The name has seen an increase in usage in the U.S. primarily during the 21st century.