Jess
[dʒɛs]Meaning
Diminutive of Jessica, originally from Hebrew meaning 'to behold' or 'to see'.
Background Story
The name Jess is derived from the Hebrew name Yiskah, which appears in the Bible. It has been popularized in various forms through literature and culture, notably by William Shakespeare in 'The Merchant of Venice', where Jessica is the daughter of Shylock.
Temperament
Variations
Jessie, Jesse
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