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Vanessa

"Not available in SSA source data." — English origin

GirlEnglish3 syllablesCurrent rank #335 (2024)

About Vanessa

Vanessa appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records. Vanessa has English origin. A standardized meaning is not consistently documented across public sources.

Quick Facts

GenderGirl
OriginEnglish
PronunciationVanessa
Syllables3

Nicknames for Vanessa

VaneVanVanieVanyNessa

Popularity in the U.S.

Vanessa ranks #335 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 933 births.. Parents often choose Vanessa for its clear pronunciation and classic style.

Current #3355Y Peak 2015
8001K1.2K1.4K1.6K151617181920212223242015: 1,728 births2016: 1,660 births2021: 1,226 births2022: 1,026 births2023: 1,012 births2024: 933 births

Vanessa had 933 births in 2024.

Middle Name Ideas

  • Vanessa Rose
  • Vanessa Claire
  • Vanessa June

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Vanessa mean?

Vanessa means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with English roots.

Is Vanessa a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Vanessa ranks #335 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 933 births..

How is Vanessa pronounced?

A common pronunciation is Vanessa.

What are common nicknames for Vanessa?

Popular nicknames include Vane, Van, Vanie, Vany, Nessa.