Shanessa
girl nameShanessa entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #5049 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1973–2025
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rank today
#5049
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #9461 |
| 1980s | #8024 |
| 1990s | #10464 |
| 2000s | #13905 |
| 2010s | #13466 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Shanessa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shanessa alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shanessa in 2025?
- Shanessa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shanessa most popular?
- Shanessa peaked in 1989, reaching #5049 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shanessa with classmates?
- Shanessa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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