Kessi
Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Kessi
Kessi is a diminutive or informal variant of names like Kessiah or Kezia, derived from Hebrew "Ketzi'ah," meaning "cinnamon" or "cassia" (an aromatic spice).
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Etymology
Kessi is a diminutive or informal variant of names like Kessiah or Kezia, derived from Hebrew "Ketzi'ah," meaning "cinnamon" or "cassia" (an aromatic spice). The name has biblical roots, appearing in the Book of Job as one of the daughters of Job.
The name is primarily used in Jewish and Christian communities, with historical significance in Biblical tradition and contemporary usage among English-speaking populations. It has remained relatively uncommon but appears sporadically in Western cultures influenced by Judeo-Christian naming practices.
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Kessi currently ranks #2,306 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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