Holding steady.
Popularity of Gessica since 1977
Babies named Gessica per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 74 |
| 1990s | 86 |
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gessica is a modern phonetic variant of Jessica, which itself was a Shakespearean invention from the late 16th century. First recorded in U.S. data in 1977, Gessica saw its peak in 1993, though it never entered the top 1000. The name has remained stable in usage since, with no recorded top states, reflecting its rarity. For parents seeking a distinctive spelling of a familiar name, Gessica offers a unique twist while retaining the easy pronunciation of Jessica.
Gessica is a variant spelling of Jessica, a name created by William Shakespeare for the character in 'The Merchant of Venice' (c. 1596). The name Jessica is believed to be a Shakespearean adaptation of the biblical name Iscah (Yiskah), meaning 'to behold' or 'foresight'. Gessica follows a pattern of phonetic respelling common in modern English naming, particularly in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jess, Jessa, Gess
Sibling names for Gessica
Names that share Gessica's style, for a brother or sister.
