Jess as a name
Jess is a unisex given name that is typically a short form of the names Jessica, Jesse, or Jessamine. It can also be a nickname for other names beginning with “J” such as Jennifer or James.
The name Jess has English and Hebrew origins, and it means “gift” or “God is gracious”. It has been a popular name in the United States since the 1970s, particularly for girls. In recent years, it has become more common as a standalone name, rather than just a nickname for longer names.
Famous people named Jess include Jess Glynne, a British singer, and Jessye Norman, an American opera singer.