Jessie
girl name#823 in 2025Jessie entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #34 in 1881, ranks #823 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#823
rank today
#34
peak (1881)
330
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #40 |
| 1890s | #51 |
| 1900s | #57 |
| 1910s | #67 |
| 1920s | #95 |
| 1930s | #134 |
| 1940s | #191 |
| 1950s | #312 |
| 1960s | #474 |
| 1970s | #458 |
| 1980s | #239 |
| 1990s | #288 |
| 2000s | #528 |
| 2010s | #645 |
| 2020s | #788 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jessie has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 60,000 people named Jessie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jessie alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jessie in 2025?
- Jessie ranks #823 among US girl names in 2025, with 330 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jessie most popular?
- Jessie peaked in 1881, reaching #34 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jessie with classmates?
- Jessie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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