US Popularity Rank: 9200

Origin: Russian

Meaning: Pure, chaste

If baby is as pure as the driven snow, then consider the cool name Inessa! This feminine name has origins in Greek and Spanish, and is the Russian variation of the classic name Ines. Meaning “pure” or “chaste,” Inessa would perfectly suit your newest little wide-eyed wonder. Notable namesakes include the likes of Latvian opera singer Inessa Galante, Ukrainian Olympic triple jumper Inessa Kravets, and Russian singer Inessa Lee—who goes by the stage name Liza Fox.