Gracious; white wave
A modern American invention, Jenessa is a blend of the names Jennifer and Vanessa. It combines the Cornish roots of Jennifer, meaning 'white wave', with the literary origins of Vanessa. It is often associated with the meaning 'God is gracious' due to its similarity to Jane or Janessa.
Less common today
Jenessa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,142 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Canadian actress known for the series Reign
