What is the meaning of the name vanessa? Discover the origin, popularity, vanessa name meaning, and names related to vanessa with mama natural's fantastic baby names guide. Meaning of vanessa - what does vanessa mean?

Vanessa is a feminine given name. It was invented by the anglo-irish writer jonathan swift for esther vanhomrigh, whom swift had met in 1708 and whom he tutored. The name was. Vanessa is a traditionally feminine name with all sorts of mythological roots. In latin it can mean of venus, the god of love; In greek, however, it's a reference to the mystic goddess Vanessa m ferreira are some of the alias or nicknames that vanessa has used.

In latin it can mean of venus, the god of love; In greek, however, it's a reference to the mystic goddess Vanessa m ferreira are some of the alias or nicknames that vanessa has used. Vanessa has many family members and associates who include kenneth cross, julie fraga, christopher.