Jessica in Chinese
Jessica in Chinese is 杰西卡 (Jié Xī Kǎ).
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Meaning
- God beholds
Jessica is a name of Hebrew origin, generally understood to mean "God beholds". It has been in continuous US use since Social Security records begin in 1880, peaking in the 1980s.
3 ways to write Jessica
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
杰西卡
Jié Xī Kǎ
The standard transliteration of Jessica: 杰 (jié, "outstanding, heroic"), 西 (xī, "west"), 卡 (kǎ, "card (phonetic 'ca/ka')"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
Syllable by syllable: 杰 (jié) carries "jes", 西 (xī) carries "si", 卡 (kǎ) carries "ca". The tone contour is 2-1-3 (rising, high level, dipping).
Character breakdown
19 strokes total (simplified)- 杰
jié
Tone 2 · 8 strokes (simplified)
outstanding, heroic
- 西
xī
Tone 1 · 6 strokes (simplified)
west
- 卡
kǎ
Tone 3 · 5 strokes (simplified)
card (phonetic 'ca/ka')
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
天恩
Tiān Ēn
Inspired by "God beholds": 天 (tiān, "heaven, sky") + 恩 (ēn, "grace, kindness"), expressing blessing and divine protection.
Why these characters?
The idea of "God" behind Jessica is rendered by 天, "heaven, sky"; 恩, "grace, kindness", completes it.
Character breakdown
14 strokes total (simplified)- 天
tiān
Tone 1 · 4 strokes (simplified)
heaven, sky
- 恩
ēn
Tone 1 · 10 strokes (simplified)
grace, kindness
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
洁祺
Jié Qí
洁 (jié, "clean, pure") + 祺 (qí, "auspicious, lucky"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
Instead of the purely phonetic 杰, this uses 洁 (jié, "clean, pure") for the "jes" sound, then 祺 ("auspicious, lucky") for meaning.
Character breakdown
21 strokes total (simplified)- 洁
jié
Tone 2 · 9 strokes (simplified)
clean, pure
- 祺
qí
Tone 2 · 12 strokes (simplified)
auspicious, lucky
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Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 1,044,939 girls named Jessica since 1880, with the high point in 1987 (55,991 births) and the busiest decade being the 1980s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #1 to #248 among girls.
- Peak year
- 1987
- Peak decade
- 1980s
- First year
- 1880
- Total since 1880
- 1,044,939
More About Jessica in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Jessica offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Jessica, you'll find options that work for you.
If you're exploring Chinese names for girls, you might also be interested in Ashley in Chinese, Emily in Chinese, and Jennifer in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Sarah in Chinese, Amanda in Chinese, and Elizabeth in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Jessica, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Jessica to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
How is Jessica translated into Chinese?
杰西卡 (Jié Xī Kǎ), or 傑西卡 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How popular is the name Jessica?
US Social Security records show 1,044,939 girls named Jessica since 1880, with the high point in 1987 (55,991 births) and the busiest decade being the 1980s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #1 to #248 among girls.
Is there a Chinese name for Jessica with real meaning?
Try 天恩 (Tiān Ēn): heaven, sky + grace, kindness, inspired by "God beholds". For something that still sounds like Jessica, 洁祺 (Jié Qí) is a middle ground.