Vanesa
/va-E-a/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Vanesa is a English name meaning "Vanesa is often associated with beauty and grace. It's a name that suggests elegance and a captivating personality.". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Angola, Argentina, Austria. The name Vanesa is of uncertain origin but is believed to have been invented by Jonathan Swift for his poem "Cadenus and Vanessa" (1726). Some theories suggest Swift combined the first syllable of Esther Vanhomrigh's last name ('Van') with the prefix 'es' and the suffix 'sa'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic va-E-a
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as va-E-a. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Vanesa
- · Vanessa Hudgens - Actress
- · Vanessa Redgrave - Actress
- · Vanessa Williams - Singer/Actress
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