Nessa Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNESS-uh / /ˈnɛsə/Irish; Hebrew
Meaning
Irish: 'pure'; Hebrew: 'to be a miracle'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nessa is often considered a diminutive of the name Vanessa, which was coined by the author Jonathan Swift in the early 18th century. In Irish mythology, Nessa is the mother of the hero Conchobar mac Nessa. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Ireland and among Hebrew speakers.
Trend Summary
Nessa has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, particularly among younger generations.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ness
- Nessie
International Variants
- Nessa (Irish)
- Nessa (Hebrew)
Famous people named Nessa
Nessa Barrett is an American social media personality and singer known for her music career and online presence.
Nessa Diab is an American radio and television personality recognized for her work on MTV and as a host on the NFL Network.
Nessa R. is a notable figure in the world of social media, particularly on platforms like TikTok.
Nessa is a character in the popular video game series 'Pokémon', known for her role as a gym leader.
Fictional characters named Nessa
Nessa is a character in the video game 'Pokémon Sword and Shield', where she serves as a water-type gym leader.
Nessa is a character in the animated series 'The Owl House', known for her adventurous spirit.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nessa was first seen in the United States in 1935. Nessa has ranked as high as #1340 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Pennsylvania, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Nessa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nessa (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 37 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 48 |
| 2016 | 83 |
| 2017 | 74 |
| 2018 | 63 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2021 | 59 |
| 2022 | 53 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2024 | 58 |