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Inessa

Girl name

Inessa has been given to 659 babies in the U.S. since 1988. It peaked in 2005. In 2025, about 1 in 100,454 girls was named Inessa.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

659

Peak year

2005 (36 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1988

10-year trend

▼ -36%

Gender split

All girls

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FAQ

How popular is the name Inessa?

Inessa has been given to 659 babies in the U.S. since 1988. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Inessa peak?

Inessa peaked in 2005, when 36 babies were given the name.

Is Inessa a girl or boy name?

Inessa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Inessa are girls).

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