Neysa
ne(y)-sa
US Popularity:18095
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Pure, holy; Miracle
Neysa is a girl's name and form of Nessa, which has Greek, Hebrew, and Irish origins. As a variation of Agnes, Neysa means "holy" or "pure" in Greek. In Hebrew, Nessa means “miracle,” while its Irish meaning remains a mystery for now. Nessa is also considered a nickname stemming from Vanessa, a name coined for the poem “Cadenus and Vanessa” by Johnathan Swift. Perfect for encouraging your little one to develop a strong moral compass, Neysa is a sweet name to set baby on a good path. You can also use it to breathe new life into an old family name handed down from previous generations.
How Popular Is The Name Neysa?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#10967
in 2022
+ 907
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 238
Behind the Name, Nessa (1), February 2019
Behind the Name, Nessa (2), January 2019
Behind the Name, Nessa (3), January 2022
Behind the Name, Neasa, June 2023
Name Doctor, Nessa
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