Tanessa
Tanessa is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,582 in the US, popular nicknames include Tan, Tay, and Tanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tanessa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 382 babies have been named Tanessa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tanessa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,582 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,582
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Tanessa
Tanessa is a girl name .
Tanessa is currently ranked #22,582 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tanessa include Tan, Tay, Tanie, and Taneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis