Jessie
Meaning: Gift, God exists
Origin: Hebrew/English
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #314
Total births: 590
History: Jessie surged in the 2010s as a vintage name in Australia. The casual form works for both genders. Jessie represents Australian naming informality.
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| Current rank (1996) | #88 |
| Babies named Jessie in 1996 | 91 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 590 |
| Peak year | 1990 (115 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #72 |
| Years in records | 1989–1996 (6 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 4 spots |
Frequently asked about Jessie
What does the name Jessie mean?
Jessie means “Gift, God exists” from Hebrew/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Jessie?
Jessie has Hebrew/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Gift, God exists”.
How popular is Jessie in Australia?
Jessie ranked #88 in Australia in 1996 — given to 91 babies that year.
When was Jessie most popular?
Jessie peaked in 1990 with 115 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Jessie a boy or girl name?
Jessie is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Jessies in registered births are female.
How long has Jessie been recorded in Australia?
Jessie appears in birth records in Australia across 6 years — from 1989 through 1996.