Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Jessina

      Origin

      English, American

      Meaning

      A Variation of Jessica, Wealthy

      Variations

      Jessica, Jessika, Messina
      The name Jessina is a variation of the more commonly known name Jessica. Its roots lie in the English language and American culture, where it is often associated with affluence, as the meaning of the name translates to wealthy. The name combines a familiar structure with a unique twist, making it appealing to those seeking a distinctive yet recognizable name.

      Jessina emerged as a derivative of Jessica, a name that gained popularity after its introduction in William Shakespeare's play The Merchant of Venice, written in the late 16th century. Over the centuries, various forms of Jessica have appeared, reflecting the name's adaptability. Jessina, as a newer variation, has seen a rise in usage primarily in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, aligning with trends that favor unique or modified names for children.

      In contemporary society, Jessina is not as widely used as its predecessor, Jessica, but it has carved out a niche among parents looking for an alternative that retains the charm and familiarity of its origins. The name appeals to those who value individuality while still wanting a moniker that connects to a rich linguistic heritage. As naming conventions continue to evolve, Jessina stands as a testament to the creativity and personalization that defines modern naming practices.

      Based on our records...

      Buth

      Buth

      This is the most common surname associated with Jessina.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name of those married to a Jessina.
      Elizabeth

      Elizabeth

      This is the most common name for a child of a Jessina.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1841 is when there were the most people born with the first name Jessina.

      Explore the origins of another name.