Jessilyn

“God's gracious gift”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12713US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

657All-time births

📅 Since 196800

What does Jessilyn mean and where does it come from?

Jessilyn is a modern variation of the name Jessica, which has its roots in Hebrew, meaning 'wealthy' or 'to see'. The suffix '-lyn' adds a contemporary flair, making it a popular choice among parents seeking unique names. It has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States an

Cultural significance

Jessilyn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god's gracious gift.

Peak popularity

Reached #3980 in 1989 — currently #12713 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jessilyn?

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

Jessilyn Grace

How popular is Jessilyn right now?

Falling — down 3954 spots — currently #12713 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#12713 · Top 9.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12713	7	▼ down 3954 · -42% births
2022	#8759	12	▲ up 7548 · +140% births
2021	#16307	5	▼ down 2665 · -17% births
2020	#13642	6	▼ down 3335 · -40% births
2015	#10307	10	▼ down 2324 · -33% births
2010	#7983	15	▼ down 2116 · -29% births
2005	#5867	21	▼ down 486
2000	#5381	21	▼ down 791 · -5% births
1995	#4590	22	▲ up 28 · +5% births
1990	#4618	21	▲ up 2085 · +110% births
1985	#6703	10	▲ up 2976 · +67% births
1980	#9679	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jessilyn

Best Year1995Rank #4590

Peak Count22

Average Rank#8879

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 202312 years

The story of Jessilyn

Jessilyn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1968. With 657 total births recorded, Jessilyn remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9679 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12713 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jessilyn in 1989:

Jessica Ashley Brittany Amanda Sarah

Jessilyn by decade

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

Decade	Births
1960s	8
1970s	16
1980s	122
1990s ★	192
2000s	186
2010s	127
2020s	6

💎Jessilyn has only 657 total recorded births since 1968 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jessilyn?

Common

JesJeEssilyn

What names sound and feel like Jessilyn?

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

Jesilyn

American · Combination of Jessica

Jesselyn

American · A variation of

American · A modern blend

Desilyn

English · A meaningful name

Jerilyn

American · Modern combination name

Common questions about the name Jessilyn

What does the name Jessilyn mean?

Jessilyn means "God's gracious gift" — a name rooted in English 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 Jessilyn?

Jessilyn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Jessilyn have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Jessilyn?

Jessilyn originates from English tradition. English 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 Jessilyn?

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

Is Jessilyn trending right now?

Jessilyn is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.