NAME PROFILE
Vannessa
Vannessa is a modern name believed to be a variation of Vanessa, which was created by the author Jonathan Swift in the early 18th century. The name evokes a sense of grace and charm, often associated with someone who is imaginative and kind-hearted.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,231 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1988 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1954 |
| Most recent | 2012 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 40%TX — 31%FL — 15%NY — 10%IL — 4%
Notable People
Vanessa Williams (Singer and Actress, *Beauty and the Beast*) · Vanessa Paradis (French Singer and Actress, *Noce Blanche*) · Vanessa Redgrave (Actress, *Atonement*) · Vanessa Kirby (Actress, *The Crown*) · Vanessa Hudgens (Actress and Singer, *High School Musical*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
NessaVanny
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