Tressa
Tressa is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Third; or a variant of Theresa meaning harvester.
Origin and history
Tressa is a feminine name of Cornish origin, traditionally meaning 'third'. It is historically linked to Cornwall and can also function as a diminutive variant of Theresa. In the United States, it enjoyed moderate usage in the late 20th century and remains a rare, distinctive choice today.
Popularity in the United States
7,034 babies in the United States have been named Tressa since 1880. It ranks #2015 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2054.
States where it is most popular
- PA (13.7 %)
- TX (13.6 %)
- CA (11.6 %)
- MI (11 %)
- OH (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 112 |
| 1890-1900 | 219 |
| 1900-1910 | 233 |
| 1910-1920 | 389 |
| 1920-1930 | 385 |
| 1930-1940 | 211 |
| 1940-1950 | 219 |
| 1950-1960 | 464 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,034 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,450 |
| 1980-1990 | 775 |
| 1990-2000 | 766 |
| 2000-2010 | 509 |
| 2010-2019 | 221 |
| 2020-2029 | 47 |
Famous people named Tressa
- Tressa Thomas: Actress, Singer
Nicknames
Tess, Tress
Fun facts
- In the Cornish language, 'tressa' literally translates to 'third', historically given to the third child.
- In English-speaking regions, Tressa gained popularity partly as a modern, simplified alternative to Theresa.