Vinessa
Vinessa is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,600 in the US, popular nicknames include Vin, Viy, and Vinie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Vinessa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 372 babies have been named Vinessa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vinessa is past its peak , currently ranked #64,600 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,600
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Vinessa
Vinessa is a girl name .
Vinessa is currently ranked #64,600 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Vinessa include Vin, Viy, Vinie, and Vineie. 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)
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