Jessup
Pronunciation: [ j-EHS-uhp ]
Jessup is a boy baby name. Ranked #9,725 in the US, popular nicknames include Jes, Jey, and Jesie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jessup first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 467 babies have been named Jessup in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jessup is past its peak , currently ranked #9,725 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,725
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Jessup
Jessup is a boy name .
Jessup is currently ranked #9,725 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jessup include Jes, Jey, Jesie, and Jessie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jessup include Jesse, Jessie, Jessiah, Jess . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis