Vannessa
Vannessa is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,378 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
Vannessa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 3,232 babies have been named Vannessa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vannessa is past its peak , currently ranked #36,378 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,378
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Nicknames
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About the Name Vannessa
Vannessa is a girl name .
Vannessa is currently ranked #36,378 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Vannessa include Van, Vay, Vanie, and Vannie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Vannessa include Vanna . 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