Jessica
boy nameJessica entered the US charts in 1963, peaked at #578 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1963–2025
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rank today
#578
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #2951 |
| 1970s | #1459 |
| 1980s | #637 |
| 1990s | #1643 |
| 2000s | #5456 |
| 2010s | #10343 |
Living bearers
About 3,400 people named Jessica are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jessica alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jessica in 2025?
- Jessica is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jessica most popular?
- Jessica peaked in 1985, reaching #578 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jessica with classmates?
- Jessica will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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