Meaning of the name Jessica?

Question

Does anyone know the TRUE meaning of the name Jessica? I knwo it is Hebrew, but I have gotten conflicting reports on what it actually means. I have heard it could mean "rich" or "god's gift" among other things. Any idead anyone? I'm confused! Lol. Thanks.

Answer 1

Jessica is my name, and I've heard it can mean one of two things. The Shakespear version means "wealthy".

The Hebrew form means "God beholds".

Personally, I prefer the meaning God beholds.

Good luck!

Answer 2

I have heard to may variations of it, to give you a true meaning. Sorry!

Answer 3

Jessica the Hebrew name means 'God Is Gracious'.

Answer 4

The meaning of the name Jessica is God Beholds or God See's The Name was invented by William Shakespeare for his play the Merchant of Venice.

The origin of the name Jessica is Hebrew

Answer 5

The girl's name Jessica \j(e)-ssi-ca\ is pronounced JESS-a-kah. It is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is "He sees". Coined by Shakespeare (from the Old Testament Iscah or Jesca) in "The Merchant of Venice" for Shylock's daughter, a young Jewish woman who elopes with Lorenzo and converts to Christianity.