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'.
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
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
