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Jesse, a Hebrew name meaning "gift," is the root from which Jessie derives. The Hebrew word *yishai* is the original form. Jessie functions primarily as a diminutive, a shortened, familiar form, of both Jessica and Jessamine, as well as a less common short form of Jesse itself. The addition of the "-ie" or "-y" suffix is a common practice in English to create affectionate or informal versions of names. The name Jesse appears in the Old Testament of the Bible. Jessica originated with Shakespeare's play *The Merchant of Venice* in the late 16th century. Jessamine is derived from the jasmine flower, ultimately from Persian *yasmin*. Jessie gained popularity as an independent given name, particularly for girls, in the 19th century. It has been used in English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Its popularity has fluctuated over time, peaking in certain decades and declining in others. Jess is another common short form.