Jessie
Jessie is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is gracious, wealthy, or gift.
Origin and history
Jessie originated as a Scottish diminutive of Jean or Janet, and later became strongly associated as a pet form of Jessica or Jesse. Historically popular for both girls and boys, it established a strong independent presence in the United States during the late 19th and 20th centuries. Today, it remains a familiar, friendly classic for American girls.
Popularity in the United States
170,036 babies in the United States have been named Jessie since 1880. It ranks #234 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #749.
States where it is most popular
- TX (8 %)
- CA (6.4 %)
- GA (5.9 %)
- AL (5.5 %)
- MS (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 9,187 |
| 1890-1900 | 11,870 |
| 1900-1910 | 12,756 |
| 1910-1920 | 27,834 |
| 1920-1930 | 29,289 |
| 1930-1940 | 17,248 |
| 1940-1950 | 12,150 |
| 1950-1960 | 7,653 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,201 |
| 1970-1980 | 4,410 |
| 1980-1990 | 10,966 |
| 1990-2000 | 10,142 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,684 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,513 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,133 |
Famous people named Jessie
- Jessie Mueller: Actress, Singer
- Jessie Buckley: Actress, Singer
- Jessie Reyez: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Jessie originally developed in Scotland as a pet form of Jean or Janet before expanding throughout the English-speaking world.
- Jessie was a top 50 name for girls in the United States throughout the late 19th century.