Vannessa
Meaning: Butterfly, a name of depth and meaning
Origin: Canadian
Gender: Girl
Rank in Canada: #4888
Total births: 6
History: Variant of Vanessa meaning butterfly. Vannessa peaked in Ontario in the 2000s.
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| Current rank (1995) | #1170 |
| Babies named Vannessa in 1995 | 6 |
| Total recorded in Canada | 6 |
| Peak year | 1995 (6 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1170 |
Frequently asked about Vannessa
What does the name Vannessa mean?
Vannessa means “Butterfly, a name of depth and meaning” from Canadian roots.
What is the origin of the name Vannessa?
Vannessa has Canadian origin. The traditional meaning is “Butterfly, a name of depth and meaning”.
How popular is Vannessa in Canada?
Vannessa ranked #1170 in Canada in 1995 — given to 6 babies that year.
Is Vannessa a boy or girl name?
Vannessa is predominantly a girls' name in Canada — over 90% of Vannessas in registered births are female.