Vanessia
Girl nameVanessia has been given to 297 babies in the U.S. since 1953. It peaked in 1961.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
297
Peak year
1961 (22 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1953
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Vanessia — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Vanessia.
Sibling name ideas for Vanessia
Same era and popularity as Vanessia, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Vanessia?
Vanessia has been given to 297 babies in the U.S. since 1953. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Vanessia peak?
Vanessia peaked in 1961, when 22 babies were given the name.
Is Vanessia a girl or boy name?
Vanessia is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Vanessia are girls).
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