Jessicah

“wealthy”

American origin · popularized by William Shakespeare in his play 'The Merchant of Venice'

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1105US 2023

1.1kBirths / yr

→Stable

295All-time births

📅 Since 197500

What does Jessicah mean and where does it come from?

Jessicah is an alternate spelling of Jessica, which was popularized by William Shakespeare in his play 'The Merchant of Venice'. The name has been widely used since the late 20th century. While 'Jessica' itself is derived from the Hebrew name Yiskah (יסכה) meaning 'foresight,' the alternative spelli

Cultural significance

Jessicah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of wealthy.

Peak popularity

Reached #4623 in 1987 — currently #1105 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jessicah?

Jessicah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jessicah Grace

How popular is Jessicah right now?

Holding steady — currently #1105 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#1105 · Top 0.82%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1105	1,095	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1110	1,075	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1115	1,045	▲ up 9055 · +11511% births
2000	#10170	9	▼ down 1736 · -10% births
1995	#8434	10	▼ down 772 · -9% births
1990	#7662	11	▼ down 1716 · -8% births
1985	#5946	12	▲ up 1350 · +33% births
1980	#7296	9	▲ up 626 · +29% births
1975	#7922	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jessicah

Best Year2023Rank #1105

Peak Count1,095

Average Rank#5640

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20239 years

The story of Jessicah

Jessicah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 295 total births recorded, Jessicah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7922 in 1975 to #1105 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jessicah in 1987:

Jessica Ashley Amanda Jennifer Sarah

Jessicah by decade

Jessicah peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	40
1980s ★	117
1990s	109
2000s	29

💎Jessicah has only 295 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jessicah?

Common

JesJeIcah

What names sound and feel like Jessicah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jessicah also consider these

Jesicah

American · A variation of

Jessiyah

American · a modern variation

Jessikah

American · God is my

Jericah

American · A variation of

Jenniyah

American · A modern variation

Jerniyah

American · A modern, unique

Messiyah

American · anointed one

Jerniah

American · American English

Common questions about the name Jessicah

What does the name Jessicah mean?

Jessicah means "wealthy" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jessicah?

Jessicah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Jessicah?

Jessicah originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Jessicah?

Jessicah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Jessicah a common or rare name?

Jessicah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.