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Name Origin

Vanessa is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the name of a genus of butterflies. The name itself means 'butterfly' in Greek.

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Famous People

Vanessa Redgrave (1937-)

Actress

  • Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress
  • Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play
  • BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role

Vanessa Williams (1963-)

Singer, Actress

  • Miss America 1984
  • Grammy Award nominations
  • Tony Award nomination

Vanessa Paradis (1972-)

Singer, actress, model

  • Became a successful singer at age 14 with the hit song "Joe le taxi"
  • Starred in films like "No Fear, No Die" and "Girl on the Bridge"

Vanessa Hudgens (1988-)

Actress, singer

  • Rose to fame in the "High School Musical" film series
  • Starred in films like "Spring Breakers" and "Tick, Tick... Boom!"

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