To behold or God beholds
A rare spelling variation of Jessica, which was likely coined by William Shakespeare for a character in 'The Merchant of Venice'. It is believed to be derived from the Hebrew name Iscah, meaning 'to behold' or 'foresight'.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Jessicah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The daughter of Shylock in the play The Merchant of Venice · The Merchant of Venice
Academy Award-winning actress
Actress and entrepreneur
Pop singer and fashion designer
Iconic animated character · Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Mystery novelist and amateur detective · Murder, She Wrote
