Declining since 2014, #5,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Jesslynn since 1988
Babies named Jesslynn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 56 |
| 2000s | 180 |
| 2010s | 319 |
| 2020s | 101 |
Meaning & origin
Jesslynn is a modern invented name that emerged in the late 20th century, first recorded in 1988. It combines the popular elements of Jessica and Lynn, following a trend of composite names. Its peak popularity came in 2014, with roughly 1 in 80,000 girls receiving the name that year. Since then, its usage has steadily declined, reflecting shifting tastes away from such blends. The name has no strong regional ties in the United States.
Jesslynn is a modern invented name blending Jessica and Lynn. Jessica was created by Shakespeare, while Lynn derives from a Welsh element meaning 'lake.' It began appearing on U.S. birth certificates in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jess, Lynn
Sibling names for Jesslynn
Names that share Jesslynn's style, for a brother or sister.
