Jessika
Jessika is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
To behold, foresight, or gift.
Origin and history
Jessika is a modern spelling variant of Jessica, a name coined by Shakespeare in 'The Merchant of Venice' derived from the Hebrew name Iscah. It experienced moderate popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as an alternative spelling. Today, it is a rare choice given to only a handful of newborn girls each year.
Popularity in the United States
5,969 babies in the United States have been named Jessika since 1880. It ranks #2207 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2063.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27.5 %)
- TX (14.4 %)
- FL (6.8 %)
- NY (5.5 %)
- OH (5.5 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 338 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,597 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,672 |
| 2000-2010 | 998 |
| 2010-2019 | 320 |
| 2020-2029 | 38 |
Famous people named Jessika
- Jessika Van: Actress, Singer
- Jessika Ponchet: Tennis Player
Nicknames
Jess, Jessie, Jessi
Fun facts
- The original name Jessica was created by William Shakespeare for the daughter of Shylock in 'The Merchant of Venice'.
- Replacing the 'c' with a 'k' became a popular trend in the late 1970s and 1980s for parents seeking a unique look.