Danessa
Girl nameDanessa has been given to 701 babies in the U.S. since 1967. It peaked in 1998.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
701
Peak year
1998 (26 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1967
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Danessa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Danessa.
Sibling name ideas for Danessa
Same era and popularity as Danessa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Danessa?
Danessa has been given to 701 babies in the U.S. since 1967. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Danessa peak?
Danessa peaked in 1998, when 26 babies were given the name.
Is Danessa a girl or boy name?
Danessa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Danessa are girls).
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