What does Jessimae mean and where does it come from?
Jessimae is a contemporary variant of the classic name Jessica, which gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name Jessica was originally created by Shakespeare in his play 'The Merchant of Venice' and means 'wealthy' from Hebrew roots, though the alternative meaning points to 'gift' or 'foa
Cultural significance
Jessimae has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern variation of the name jessica, which means 'foamy' or 'gift'..
Peak popularity
Reached #14493 in 2014 — currently #768 in the US.
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Jessimae works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Jessimae Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Jessimae Rose
Floral · soft ending
Jessimae Mae
Sweet · timeless
Jessimae Claire
French influence · crisp
Jessimae Jane
Literary · strong
Jessimae Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Jessimae right now?
Holding steady — currently #768 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2023 | #768 | 1,432 | ▲ up 5 · +1% births |
| 2022 | #773 | 1,412 | ▲ up 5 · +2% births |
| 2021 | #778 | 1,382 | — |
The story of Jessimae
Jessimae is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2014. With 7 total births recorded, Jessimae remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #778 in 2021 to #768 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Jessimae in 2014:
💎Jessimae has only 7 total recorded births since 2014 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Jessimae?
What names sound and feel like Jessimae?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jessimae also consider these
Common questions about the name Jessimae
What does the name Jessimae mean?
Jessimae means "a modern variation of the name Jessica, which means 'foamy' or 'gift'." — 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 Jessimae?
Jessimae is currently ranked #768 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 Jessimae?
Jessimae 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.
How do you pronounce the name Jessimae?
Jessimae is a three-syllable name pronounced JH EH1 S IH1 M EY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Jessimae?
Jessimae 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.