Vanesa
Spanish · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Vanesa
Vanesa is a variant spelling of Vanessa, which was invented by author William Makepeace Thackeray for his 1748 novel "The History of Henry Esmond" and is derived from the Dutch name "Van Essa," combining the prefix "van" (meaning "of" or "from") with a feminine form.
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Etymology
Vanesa is a variant spelling of Vanessa, which was invented by author William Makepeace Thackeray for his 1748 novel "The History of Henry Esmond" and is derived from the Dutch name "Van Essa," combining the prefix "van" (meaning "of" or "from") with a feminine form. The name is predominantly used in English-speaking countries, Spanish-speaking regions, and other Western cultures with no specific religious affiliation, gaining widespread popularity throughout the 20th century.
Vanesa currently ranks #4,872 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2002.
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