Origin and Meaning of Jessi

Wealthy; God beholds

Origin: Hebrew - Jessi is a diminutive form of Jessica, which comes from the Hebrew name Yiskah. The name was popularized by Shakespeare's character in 'The Merchant of Venice'.

• Jessi is often considered a modern and informal variation of Jessica, which gained popularity in the late 20th century.
• While primarily used in English-speaking countries, Jessi has also been adopted in various forms in other cultures, such as Jessika and Jessy.
• Notable bearers of the name include American singer Jessi Colter and actress Jessi Campbell, contributing to its visibility in popular culture.
• Jessi saw a peak in usage during the 1980s and 1990s but has gradually declined in popularity since the early 2000s.
• Related names include Jessica, Jessie, and Jess, which share the same root but have different cultural and linguistic nuances.