Jessie or Jessa as a nickname for Jessica?

The [name_f]Jessa[/name_f] Dugger association would never have entered my mind (NYer here) so I think you’re ok in that regard if it’s a concern.

I agree with most though - [name_f]Jessa[/name_f] is softer, more feminine but [name_u]Jessie[/name_u] seems more country.

I prefer [name_f]Jessa[/name_f].

[name_u]Jessie[/name_u], but I like [name_u]Jess[/name_u] more.

I like [name_u]Jess[/name_u] the best, then [name_f]Jessa[/name_f], then [name_u]Jessie[/name_u] (which could be confused with “Jesse”). :slight_smile: