Jéssica
/xessika/from spelling rules
The English name Jessica is translated into Spanish as Jéssica. Wiktionary also lists Jésica and Yésica.
Meaning: a female given name (name)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA |
|---|---|
| Jéssica | /xessika/ (from spelling rules) |
| Jésica | /xesika/ (from spelling rules) |
| Yésica | /ʝesika/ (from spelling rules) |
| Yéssica | /ʝessika/ (from spelling rules) |
| Jesica | /xesika/ (from spelling rules) |
| Yessica | /ʝessika/ (from spelling rules) |
Jéssica is a female given name used in Spanish-speaking contexts.
Which one should you use?
Several spelling variations exist: Jésica, Yésica, Yéssica, Jesica and Yessica.
How do you pronounce it?
/xessika/
Did you know?
- The name Jéssica does not have a native Spanish equivalent, meaning there is no ancient Spanish version of the name like Juan is to 'John'.
- While the English 'J' in 'Jessica' is a soft 'j' sound, the Spanish 'J' in Jéssica is a harsh, breathy sound produced in the throat, similar to the 'h' in 'hotel'.
- While 'Jessica' is traditionally English, the surge of the name Jéssica in Latin America is largely attributed to the influence of American pop culture and television during the late 20th century.
Examples in context
- Mi mejor amiga se llama Jéssica.My best friend's name is Jéssica.
- ¿Conoces a la profesora Jéssica?Do you know Professor Jéssica?
- Jéssica vive en una casa pequeña.Jéssica lives in a small house.
Example conversation
Sofía and Alejandro are talking about a mutual friend at a café.
- Sofía¿Has visto a Jéssica hoy?Have you seen Jéssica today?
- AlejandroNo, no la he visto, Sofía.No, I haven't seen her, Sofía.
- SofíaElla me llamó esta mañana.She called me this morning.
- AlejandroQuizás esté trabajando ahora.Maybe she is working now.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “jessica” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
