Vanessia
Vanessia is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,298 in the US, popular nicknames include Van, Vay, and Vanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Vanessia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 297 babies have been named Vanessia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vanessia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,298 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,298
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Nicknames
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About the Name Vanessia
Vanessia is a girl name .
Vanessia is currently ranked #36,298 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Vanessia include Van, Vay, Vanie, and Vaneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Vanessia include Vanessa, Vanellope . 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