Rising since 2013, #2,641 for boys today.
Popularity of Nessiah since 2003
Babies named Nessiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 18 | 0 |
| 2010s | 31 | 64 |
| 2020s | 6 | 234 |
Meaning & origin
Nessiah is a modern name that entered U.S. birth records in 2010 and has been steadily rising in usage. As of the latest year, it ranked 2,641st nationally, with 1 in every 34,859 newborns receiving the name. Its peak popularity occurred in 2022, and it has been on an upward trajectory since 2013. The name is most common in Florida and Texas, reflecting its adoption in regions with diverse naming trends. Nessiah's formation appears to be a creative blend of syllables, fitting a pattern of contemporary names ending in -iah. While not tied to any specific cultural tradition, it offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a modern-sounding name.
Nessiah appears to be a modern invented name, possibly blending the common suffix -iah (as in Isaiah or Josiah) with the first syllable of names like Vanessa or the word 'ness'. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2010 and has since seen modest use, particularly in Florida and Texas.
Where Nessiah is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ness, Siah
Sibling names for Nessiah
Names that share Nessiah's style, for a brother or sister.
