Jessica vs Mary
Jessica
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God beholds
Peak: 1987 (2.99%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Jessica | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.01% | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 0.01% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | 0.01% | 5.26% |
| 1910 | 0.01% | 5.44% |
| 1920 | - | 5.71% |
| 1930 | - | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 0.01% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 0.02% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 0.03% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 0.22% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 1.91% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 2.26% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.79% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Jessica or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Jessica peaked in 1987 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Jessica and Mary mean?
Jessica means "God beholds" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".