Tanessa
girl nameTanessa entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #3743 in 1987, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
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rank today
#3743
peak (1987)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5833 |
| 1980s | #5513 |
| 1990s | #7798 |
| 2000s | #12308 |
| 2010s | #13006 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Tanessa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tanessa alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tanessa in 2025?
- Tanessa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Tanessa most popular?
- Tanessa peaked in 1987, reaching #3743 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Tanessa with classmates?
- Tanessa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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