Meaning & Origin
Alternative form of Jessie (“female name”).
Jessy is a girl's and boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, a variant spelling of Jessie or Jesse, meaning 'gift' or 'God exists.' The -y spelling gives this classic name a warm, informal quality — friendly, approachable, and easy to love.
Jessy sits in the extended family of Jessica, Jesse, and Jessamine — names with Hebrew roots that have been embraced across the English-speaking world for generations. With over 2,000 recorded births, the -y spelling has established its own following as a soft, cheerful name that wears equally well on a child or an adult. Its clear sound and easy spelling make it immediately accessible across cultures.