Holding steady.
Popularity of Anessia since 1968
Babies named Anessia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 17 |
| 1970s | 31 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 55 |
| 2000s | 40 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Anessia is a rare modern name, first recorded in the United States in 1968. Its peak year of use was 1971, but since then it has remained uncommon, never achieving top 1000 ranking. The name's trajectory has been stable, with no significant revival. As a coined name, its meaning is unclear, likely derived from a blend of Anna and the popular suffix -essia. Despite its obscurity, Anessia offers a distinctive option for parents seeking a unique, melodic name with a contemporary feel. No top states or similar names are associated with it in the data.
Anessia is a modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 1968. It appears to be a creative combination of the popular name Anna (or its diminutive Ani) with the fashionable -essia suffix, similar to names like Alyssia or Kessia. Its usage peaked in 1971, but the name has remained rare, never entering the top 1000. There is no established pre-modern etymology.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Annie, Ness, Nia
Sibling names for Anessia
Names that share Anessia's style, for a brother or sister.
