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      Meaning of the first name Jennessa

      Origin

      American

      Meaning

      Combination of Jennifer and Vanessa

      Variations

      Hennessy, Vannessa, Janessa
      The name Jennessa is derived from American origins and is a combination of the names Jennifer and Vanessa. Jennifer is of Cornish origin and means white wave or fair one, while Vanessa is an English name that is often associated with butterflies. The combination of these two names results in the unique name Jennessa.

      While the specific usage of the name Jennessa in history is not well-documented, it is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th century. The popularity of the names Jennifer and Vanessa during the 1960s and 1970s likely contributed to the emergence of the name Jennessa as a combination of the two. It is a name that represents the blending of two popular names and serves as a modern alternative to traditional names.

      In modern-day usage, the name Jennessa is still relatively uncommon but continues to be utilized by parents seeking a name that is both unique and familiar. It is often given to baby girls and carries a sense of contemporary femininity. While it may not have a long history or significant cultural associations, the name Jennessa remains a representation of the creativity and innovation in modern American naming conventions.

      Based on our records...

      Donald

      Donald

      This is the most common surname associated with Jennessa.
      Vincenzo

      Vincenzo

      This is the most common name of those married to a Jennessa.
      Amos

      Amos

      This is the most common name for a child of a Jennessa.
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      1903 is when there were the most people born with the first name Jennessa.

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