How Many People Are Named Vanessia?
Complete statistics for the name Vanessia: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Vanessia is a very rare female name, with only 267 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 1,235,678 Americans. The majority of those named Vanessia are over 60, giving the name a distinctly older-generation feel.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with life-path number 9 are often seen as compassionate and understanding, it's believed they're here to help others.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 58All 297 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1961Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Vanessia Through the Generations
Vanessia has seen its peak popularity in 1961 with 22 births, but it's remained stable since then. Today, the average age of someone named Vanessia is 58, with most falling within the 30-60 age range. This name's longevity and stability suggest it's a blend of classic and modern appeal, favored by parents looking for a unique yet timeless choice.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Vanessia's American roots
📄 About the Name Vanessia
How Many People Have the Name Vanessia?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 267 people in the United States currently share the name Vanessia. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,235,678 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Vanessia a Common or Rare Name?
Vanessia is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Vanessia Mean?
Vanessia means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from American origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Vanessia in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Vanessia Most Popular?
The name Vanessia reached peak popularity in 1961, with 22 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Vanessia?
Approximately 267 people named Vanessia live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 297. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,235,678 Americans.
Is Vanessia a rare name?
Vanessia is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,235,678 Americans has this name.
What does the name Vanessia mean?
Vanessia means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from American origins.
Is Vanessia more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Vanessia are male and 100% are female.
When was Vanessia most popular?
Vanessia peaked in 1961 with 22 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.