Jessie

Girl's name

Jessie is a diminutive of the name Jessica, which is of Hebrew origin meaning "foresight" or "to behold".

Meaning To behold
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 348
Peak year 1918

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Jessie J - Singer-songwriter known for hits like "Price Tag."
  • Jessie Ware - British singer-songwriter with soulful vocals.
  • Jessie Buckley - Actress and singer in film and theater.
  • Jessie Mueller - Broadway actress known for "Waitress" and "Beautiful."
  • Jessie Graff - Stuntwoman and obstacle course competitor on "American Ninja Warrior."
  • Jessie Diggins - Olympic gold medalist in cross-country skiing.
  • Jessie Reyez - Singer-songwriter known for powerful vocals and lyrics.
  • Jessie T. Usher - Actor in "Independence Day: Resurgence" and "Shaft."
  • Jessie Cave - Actress known for playing Lavender Brown in Harry Potter.
  • Jessie James Decker - Country singer and reality TV personality.

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