Jess
Meaning
Short Form Of Jesse Or Jessica
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/dʒɛs/
Traits associated with the name Jess:
Dogs named Jess tend to be loving, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Jess?
That you have a fondness for the name Jess and may have a sentimental attachment to it.
Is Jess a good dog name?
Jess is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Jess isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Jess is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Jess was, in the past month, the 1486th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Jess is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Jess was viewed 33 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Jess's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Jess is most adored in South Carolina, Georgia and Missouri.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, California and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Jess.
Most popular breeds named Jess:
- German Shepherd
- Australian Cattle Dog
- Rottweiler
- Border Collie
- Miniature Pinscher
Jess is found in these categories:
british
Commonly used as a nickname for Jessica in the UK.
old-fashioned
Popular during the 1800s, this canine moniker nods to yesteryears' simplicity.
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