Jessina, of Latin origin, is an uncommon yet charming feminine given name. It is derived from the Latin word 'iustus', meaning 'just' or 'righteous'. The name Jessina is believed to have been brought into use during the Middle Ages, likely as a variant of the more popular Jessica, which itself stems from the male name Jesse, found in the Bible. Over time, variations like Jessina have emerged as distinctive alternatives for those seeking unique yet familiar-sounding names.
The name Jessina was quite popular during the late 70s to mid-90s with a peak of 9 births in 1995. However, it seems to have lost some popularity since then, with only 5 births recorded in 2013. Overall, there were 128 Jessinas born between 1974 and 2013.