Teresa
Teresa is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
To harvest or from the island of Therasia.
Origin and history
Teresa is traditionally a feminine name of Greek origin, historically associated with the island of Therasia or the Greek word for harvest. While predominantly given to females, historical SSA records show occasional male usage in the United States. It remains a classic name with deep historical and religious roots.
Popularity in the United States
1,165 babies in the United States have been named Teresa since 1880. It ranks #3529 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (38 %)
- TX (20.7 %)
- OH (9.9 %)
- TN (9.9 %)
- NC (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 34 |
| 1930-1940 | 46 |
| 1940-1950 | 45 |
| 1950-1960 | 231 |
| 1960-1970 | 411 |
| 1970-1980 | 233 |
| 1980-1990 | 132 |
| 1990-2000 | 28 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Terry
Fun facts
- The name Teresa is linked to the Greek island of Therasia or the ancient Greek term for summer and harvest.
- The name gained widespread popularity across Western Europe due to revered religious figures like Saint Teresa of Ávila.