Vanesse
girl nameVanesse entered the US charts in 1959, peaked at #5168 in 1960, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1959–2025
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rank today
#5168
peak (1960)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5566 |
| 1960s | #5873 |
| 1980s | #11325 |
| 1990s | #11409 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Vanesse are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Vanesse alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Vanesse in 2025?
- Vanesse is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Vanesse most popular?
- Vanesse peaked in 1960, reaching #5168 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Vanesse with classmates?
- Vanesse will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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