Gender: Girl
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Pure, virginal
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Nessie Meaning and Origin
Nessie is a girl's name of Greek origin, meaning "pure, virginal." Nessie is a diminutive form of the name "Ness" which is short for "Vanessa" or "Agnes". However, the name Nessie is most commonly associated with the mythical creature "Nessie", also known as the Loch Ness Monster, which is said to inhabit Loch Ness in Scotland. Despite its association with the Loch Ness Monster, Nessie is a cute and playful name that can be a unique choice for parents who are looking for a name that is both whimsical and distinctive.