Vernessa
Vernessa is a girl baby name. Ranked #67,987 in the US, popular nicknames include Ver, Vey, and Verie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Vernessa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 866 babies have been named Vernessa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vernessa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #67,987 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #67,987
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Vernessa
Vernessa is a girl name .
Vernessa is currently ranked #67,987 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Vernessa include Ver, Vey, Verie, and Vernie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Vernessa include Verna . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis