Favourite names for girls
- Janessa
Origin:
American invented nameMeaning:
"god is gracious + butterfly"Description:
This newly invented name is most likely a combination of Jane and Vanessa. Though it may not have as long of a history as more traditional names, Janessa has been a staple on the bottom half of the US Top 1000 since the mid-1980s. Perhaps surprisingly, it peaked at Number 524 in 2004.
- Vivica
Origin:
Spelling variation of VivecaDescription:
The attractive actress Vivica A. Fox has done a lot to add this version of the name into the mix.
- Alessa
Origin:
ItalianMeaning:
"defender of men"Description:
Italian form of Alexa, sometimes short for Alessandra, which sidesteps the Amazon Alexa issue.
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