Jessee
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About Jessee
Jessee is a feminine variation of the traditionally masculine name Jesse, which comes from Hebrew origins meaning 'gift' or 'God exists.' This spelling variation with the double 'e' ending gives the name a distinctly feminine touch while retaining the friendly, approachable quality of the original. In the Bible, Jesse was the father of King David, giving the name strong religious associations. As a feminine name, Jessee emerged primarily in the 20th century as parents began exploring gender-crossing names. The name has a sweet, vintage quality with its soft sounds and friendly vibe. Jessee offers flexibility with potential nicknames like Jess or Jessie, and provides a distinctive alternative to more common feminine names like Jessica or Jennifer.
Jessee for boys
Jessee is an alternate spelling of Jesse, a name with Hebrew origins meaning "gift" or "God exists." This variation with the additional 'e' gives the name a slightly more elaborate appearance while maintaining the same pronunciation. The name appears in the Bible as the father of King David, giving it strong religious significance. While the standard spelling Jesse has maintained consistent popularity in the United States and English-speaking countries, the Jessee variant remains less common, making it a slightly more distinctive choice. The name carries a friendly, approachable quality and works well across different age groups, from childhood through adulthood, with a gentle, melodic sound.
Pronounced JES-ee.
As of October 2026, Jessee ranked #16287 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #5145 in 1989.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |