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Female

Jessica

Name Meaning:

Possibly coined by Shakespeare for a character in "The Merchant of Venice," likely based on the biblical name Iscah (Hebrew Yiskah), meaning "to behold" or "foresight."

Noteable Namesakes

Jessica (Character in Merchant of Venice); Jessica Lange (Actress); Jessica Alba (Actress); Jessica Chastain (Actress); Jessica Simpson (Singer/Actress)

Origin

Hebrew/Shakespearean

Popularity

US: #537, UK: #204

Variations/Nicknames

Jess; Jessie; Jessi; Jessa

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