Therese
Therese is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
To harvest, gather, or late summer.
Origin and history
Therese is a traditional French variant of the Greek name Theresa, traditionally associated with the concept of harvesting or summer. It has been used steadily in the United States, especially within French-influenced and Catholic communities. Although less common today, it remains a classic given name with strong historical roots.
Popularity in the United States
35,590 babies in the United States have been named Therese since 1880. It ranks #733 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1689.
States where it is most popular
- IL (14 %)
- NY (11.8 %)
- CA (8.6 %)
- MA (8 %)
- OH (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 102 |
| 1890-1900 | 204 |
| 1900-1910 | 282 |
| 1910-1920 | 899 |
| 1920-1930 | 4,501 |
| 1930-1940 | 3,227 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,165 |
| 1950-1960 | 9,333 |
| 1960-1970 | 7,584 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,943 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,431 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,053 |
| 2000-2010 | 846 |
| 2010-2019 | 608 |
| 2020-2029 | 412 |
Famous people named Therese
- Therese Fowler: Author, Novelist
Nicknames
Tess, Tessa, Teri, Reese
Fun facts
- Known as 'The Little Flower,' Saint Thérèse of Lisieux is one of the most popular Catholic saints, significantly boosting the name's international usage.
- The spelling Therese is the unaccented English adaptation of the French Thérèse.