US Popularity:1088
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:To behold, foresight
Jessica is of Hebrew origin, most commonly derived from "Iskah", meaning "to behold" or “foresight”. You've probably seen lots of Jessicas on the big screen already, from Jessica Chastain to Jessica Lange, but baby Jessica will be the biggest star in your life. With a name nodding towards storytelling, taking on adventures, and seeing into the vast future, you can bet that baby will be one to watch.
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Famous People Named Jessica

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  • Jessica Simpson
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How Popular Is The Name Jessica?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Jessica is currently #379 on The Bump
Girl:Jessica is currently #271 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Jessica is currently #1088 in U.S. births
Girl:Jessica is currently #553 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#553
in 2023
- 45
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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