Jessenia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jessenia is a name of Spanish origin meaning 'palm tree.' It is derived from a genus of palm trees and has evolved in usage since its introduction in modern times. The name conveys traits of elegance and natural beauty, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Jessenia is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jessenia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jessenia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2934th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1126th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1541st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3799th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jessenia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jessenia"
Pronunciation
/dʒɛˈsɛniə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Jessenia is derived from the name of a genus of trees in the family Arecaceae, specifically referring to the Jessenia palm. It is believed to have been named after the botanist who studied these palms.
Meaning
palm tree
Language Evolution
Jessenia (modern form), Jessenia (Spanish origin)
Historical Usage
Jessenia gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries and among people interested in nature-inspired names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jess, Jesse, Jessie
Modern Popularity & Image
Jessenia is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with beauty and nature.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jessenia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jessenia"
"Jessenia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2934th of 19264 | 390 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1126th of 27321 | 2,383 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1541st of 35406 | 2,153 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3799th of 30306 | 480 |
Regional Popularity of "Jessenia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jessenia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
93.43% 2744th/2937 |
29.66% 1033rd/3483 |
83.97% 2954th/3518 |
68.79% 2782nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
43.53% 1604th/3685 |
13.23% 592nd/4475 |
22.33% 1160th/5194 |
16.16% 1021st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.40% 2355th/4582 |
20.33% 1050th/5164 |
20.91% 1529th/7313 |
18.91% 1411th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
53.49% 2400th/4487 |
44.28% 3021st/6822 |
55.62% 3491st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jessenia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jessenia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.