Gracious
Yanissa is a modern elaboration of the name Janessa or Yanis, likely combining the Hebrew root for 'God is gracious' with the popular '-issa' suffix. It is often used in Spanish-speaking communities as a creative variant of Jane or Johanna. The name represents a contemporary blend of traditional religious roots and melodic, modern styling.
Less common today
Yanissa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,645 in 2005.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
