Vanesta
girl nameVanesta entered the US charts in 1954, peaked at #4278 in 1954, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1954–2025
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rank today
#4278
peak (1954)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5262 |
| 1960s | #6592 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Vanesta are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Vanesta alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Vanesta in 2025?
- Vanesta is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Vanesta most popular?
- Vanesta peaked in 1954, reaching #4278 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Vanesta with classmates?
- Vanesta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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