Nessa
Nessa: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnɛsə/
Meaning and origin of Nessa
- A female given name, nickname of Vanessa.
How popular is Nessa?
Since 1880, 1,368 girls in the U.S. have been named Nessa. Its highest rank for girls was #2302 in 2016. In 2025, 63 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Nessa FAQ
What does the name Nessa mean?
A female given name, nickname of Vanessa.
How popular is the name Nessa?
Since 1880, 1,368 girls in the U.S. have been named Nessa. Its highest rank for girls was #2302 in 2016. In 2025, 63 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Nessa a boy or girl name?
Nessa is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,368 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.