Vanissa is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. This name originated from the English name Vanessa, which means "butterfly". The pronunciation of Vanissa is vuh-NEE-suh (/vəˈniːsə/). It has a soft and melodic sound that rolls off the tongue. Vanissa is a variation of Vanessa, but it stands out on its own with its distinct spelling. Although not as popular as Vanessa, Vanissa has been given to newborns in the United States over the years. It peaked in popularity in the 1990s when it ranked as high as 6867. This charming name brings to mind images of grace and beauty, making it an excellent choice for your little one.