The name Neasa is a girl's name meaning "not gentle".

Neasa is a name from Irish legend that derives from Ness and is sometimes written as Nessa. 
 
In some versions of Irish mythology, Neasa was a powerful figure who made her son the king by convincing the previous king (who was also her husband) to give up his throne to the boy for a year. She then helped her son to rule so well that the people insisted he remained in charge when the year was up. In other versions, her name was originally Assa, meaning "gentle" but it was changed to Ní-assa, or "not gentle" after she gathered a band of warriors to avenge the murders of her foster fathers.
 
While this meaning might be unappealing to some, it could also reflect strength of mind, resourcefulness, and determination. 
 
Familiar in Ireland, the name is borne by Green Party politician Neasa Hourigan, TV director Neasa Hardiman, and documentary maker Neasa Ní Chianáin.
 
Sources differ on the correct pronunciation of Neasa, possibly because it varies regionally or because it might be said differently inside and outside Irish speaking communities. Nassa (like NASA), NYAH-sah, and Ness-uh are all used by different individuals.

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