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Jessy

♂ Boy

How to Pronounce Jessy

Pronounced JESS-ee /ˈdʒɛs.i/High

Meaning: -y spelling of Jesse — from Hebrew Yishai, 'gift; God exists' (the father of King David); here for boysMedium

In 30 seconds: A gift: Jessy spells Jesse — 'gift; God exists'. Friendly, warm, and crisp. Used for both sexes.
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Origin MediumHebrew
Meaning-y spelling of Jesse — from Hebrew Yishai, 'gift; God exists' (the father of King David); here for boys
U.S. rank (2025)#5300 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births18 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1992
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,652
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Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199219152025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Jessy is a -y spelling of Jesse — from Hebrew Yishai, 'gift; God exists' (the father of King David). A friendly, warm, crisp name, used for both sexes, here for boys; the -y styling personalizes it.

It registers thinly beside Jesse. Rare, a-gift at the root, and friendly.

Did you know? Jesse means 'gift; God exists' in Hebrew (the father of King David) — Jessy is a -y spelling, used for both sexes; friendly and warm.
Overall data confidence 65%
Behind the Name — Jesse — root etymology

Variations

JesseJessieJessey

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If you like Jessy…

Jesse— the standard spelling
Jessie— a fellow spelling
Jess— a short form
Jair— another Hebrew name
Jael— lands in the same popularity range

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jessy mean?

Jessy spells Jesse — Hebrew 'gift; God exists' (King David's father).

How do you pronounce Jessy?

It's said JESS-ee /ˈdʒɛs.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Jessy a boy or girl name?

Jessy is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Jessy?

Jessy is a rare name in the U.S.

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