Fanessa
Girl nameFanessa has been given to 12 babies in the U.S. since 1982. It peaked in 1984.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
12
Peak year
1984 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1982
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Fanessa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Fanessa.
Sibling name ideas for Fanessa
Same era and popularity as Fanessa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Fanessa?
Fanessa has been given to 12 babies in the U.S. since 1982. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Fanessa peak?
Fanessa peaked in 1984, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Fanessa a girl or boy name?
Fanessa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Fanessa are girls).
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