Jessey

Jessey is a feminine name that represents a modern, creative spelling variation of Jessie or Jesse. While Jesse has traditionally been masculine (from the Hebrew name Yishai, meaning 'gift'), Jessie and variant spellings like Jessey have become predominantly feminine in recent decades. The distinctive 'ey' ending gives this version a softer, more feminine appearance. This spelling gained some usage in the late 20th century as parents sought fresh takes on familiar names. Jessey combines the friendly, approachable quality of Jessie with a slightly more unique presentation. It shares the casual charm of the original while standing out on paper, appealing to parents seeking a recognizable yet somewhat distinctive name.

Jessey is also given to boys, where it ranks #10143 in the US.

Pronounced JES-ee.

As of October 2026, Jessey ranked #10143 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1809 in 1994.