Manessa
Girl nameManessa has been given to 146 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It peaked in 1978.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
146
Peak year
1978 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1974
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Manessa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Manessa.
Sibling name ideas for Manessa
Same era and popularity as Manessa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Manessa?
Manessa has been given to 146 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Manessa peak?
Manessa peaked in 1978, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Manessa a girl or boy name?
Manessa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Manessa are girls).
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