Phanessa

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Gender Feminine

Usage English (American, Rare), English (Australian, Rare)

Meaning & History

Perhaps intended to be a feminine form of Phanes, probably influenced by the name Vanessa. In Greek mythology, Phanes was a primeval god of procreation whose name derived from Greek phainô "to bring light, make clear".

Added 11/22/2008 by Dragon_Clarinet
Edited 1/6/2024 by Frollein Gladys and SeaHorse15