Jessiah
boy name#1808 in 2025Jessiah entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #1271 in 2020, ranks #1808 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1978–2025
#1808
rank today
#1271
peak (2020)
88
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5059 |
| 1980s | #5198 |
| 1990s | #5382 |
| 2000s | #2748 |
| 2010s | #1657 |
| 2020s | #1528 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jessiah has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 2,300 people named Jessiah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jessiah is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jessiah in 2025?
- Jessiah ranks #1808 among US boy names in 2025, with 88 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jessiah most popular?
- Jessiah peaked in 2020, reaching #1271 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jessiah with classmates?
- Jessiah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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