Venissa

“derived from Venice” — Associated with the Italian city of the same name

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1219US 2023

981Births / yr

→Stable

127All-time births

📅 Since 196200

How to pronounce Venissa

VEE·EE·NIS·uh

/ˈviː.ˈiː.ˈnɪs.ə/ · stress on VEE · 4 syllables

“derived from Venice”

Associated with the Italian city of the same name · American origin

What does Venissa mean and where does it come from?

Venissa seems to be a modern variant of the name Venice, which is associated with the Italian city of the same name. The name conveys an image of beauty and charm, reminiscent of the romantic canals of Venice. It is more contemporary and is often used in creative naming trends in the United States,

Cultural significance

Venissa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from venice.

Peak popularity

Reached #4863 in 1962 — currently #1219 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Venissa?

Venissa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Venissa Grace

How popular is Venissa right now?

Holding steady — currently #1219 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#1219 · Top 0.90%

1970

1975

1980

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1219	981	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1224	961	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1229	931	▲ up 7331 · +13200% births
1980	#8560	7	▲ up 1130 · +40% births
1975	#9690	5	▼ down 4706 · -55% births
1970	#4984	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Venissa

Best Year2023Rank #1219

Peak Count981

Average Rank#4484

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1970 - 20236 years

The story of Venissa

Venissa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1962. With 127 total births recorded, Venissa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4984 in 1970 to #1219 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Venissa in 1962:

Lisa Mary Susan Karen Linda

Venissa by decade

Venissa peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	20
1970s ★	74
1980s	33

💎Venissa has only 127 total recorded births since 1962 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Venissa?

Common

VenVenieVenyIssa

What names sound and feel like Venissa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Venissa also consider these

Velissa

American · a form of

Venessa

American · Butterfly; a combination

Venisa

American · A beloved name

Venisha

American · the goddess of

Denissa

American · Follower of Dionysus

Jenissa

American · God is gracious

Vanissa

American · A modern variation

Yelissa

American · Spanish

Common questions about the name Venissa

What does the name Venissa mean?

Venissa means "derived from Venice" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Venissa?

Venissa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Venissa?

Venissa originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Venissa?

Venissa is a four-syllable name pronounced V IY1 IY1 N IH1 S AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Venissa?

Venissa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.