Tereza Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: teh-REH-zah /tɛˈrɛza/
Origin: Czech; Greek; Latin
Meaning: Czech: harvester; Greek: to reap; Latin: late summer
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tereza has its roots in the Greek name Therasia, which is derived from the word 'therasios,' meaning 'harvester' or 'to reap.' This name was later adapted into Latin as Teresia, which subsequently evolved into various forms in different languages, including Tereza in Czech and other Slavic languages. The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Spanish and Italian forms, Teresa, particularly popularized by the canonization of Saint Teresa of Ávila in the 16th century, who was a prominent figure in the Catholic Reformation and known for her mystical writings and reforms within the Carmelite Order.
Historically, the name Tereza has been borne by several notable figures, including Saint Teresa of Lisieux, a French Carmelite nun and one of the most popular saints in modern Catholicism, who lived in the late 19th century. The name has also been associated with various queens and noblewomen throughout European history, contributing to its enduring presence in various cultures.
The name's significance was further solidified by its inclusion in major religious texts and translations, such as the King James Bible, which helped to disseminate the name and its variants across English-speaking regions. Culturally, Tereza embodies qualities of strength, compassion, and spirituality, often associated with the virtues of the saints who bore the name.
The name has been celebrated in literature and art, reflecting its deep roots in Christian tradition and its connection to themes of piety and devotion. The diminutive form, Teri, has also emerged in various cultures, although Tereza itself remains a strong and independent name with a rich historical legacy.
Famous people named Tereza
In this section, you will find notable people named Tereza. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Tereza who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Tereza Maxová is a model and philanthropist best known for her work with the Tereza Maxová Foundation, her modeling career, and her charity initiatives.
Fictional characters named Tereza
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Tereza is a fictional character from the novel The Unbearable Lightness of Being. She is a young woman who struggles with her identity and relationships in the context of love and political turmoil.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tereza was first seen in the United States in 1929.
Tereza has ranked as high as #7493 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in California, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Tereza has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tereza is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tereza was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tereza.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 6 |
| 2024 | 14 | 14 |
| 2023 | 8 | 8 |
| 2022 | 9 | 9 |
| 2021 | 10 | 10 |
| 2020 | 8 | 8 |
| 2019 | 7 | 7 |
| 2018 | 6 | 6 |
| 2017 | 8 | 8 |
| 2016 | 8 | 8 |
| 2015 | 10 | 10 |
| 2014 | 8 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 | 7 |
| 2012 | 11 | 11 |
| 2011 | 10 | 10 |
| 2010 | 10 | 10 |
| 2009 | 10 | 10 |
| 2008 | 14 | 14 |
| 2007 | 20 | 20 |
| 2006 | 12 | 12 |
| 2005 | 14 | 14 |
| 2004 | 10 | 10 |
| 2003 | 9 | 9 |
| 2002 | 18 | 18 |
| 2001 | 21 | 21 |
| 2000 | 20 | 20 |
| 1999 | 12 | 12 |
| 1998 | 10 | 10 |
| 1997 | 15 | 15 |
| 1996 | 22 | 22 |
| 1995 | 13 | 13 |
| 1994 | 15 | 15 |
| 1993 | 14 | 14 |
| 1992 | 15 | 15 |
| 1991 | 12 | 12 |
| 1990 | 8 | 8 |
| 1989 | 14 | 14 |
| 1988 | 9 | 9 |
| 1987 | 19 | 19 |
| 1986 | 12 | 12 |
| 1985 | 13 | 13 |
| 1984 | 14 | 14 |
| 1983 | 5 | 5 |
| 1981 | 9 | 9 |
| 1980 | 7 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 | 5 |
| 1978 | 13 | 13 |
| 1977 | 14 | 14 |
| 1976 | 8 | 8 |
| 1975 | 18 | 18 |
| 1974 | 12 | 12 |
| 1973 | 9 | 9 |
| 1972 | 12 | 12 |
| 1971 | 16 | 16 |
| 1970 | 7 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 | 7 |
| 1967 | 9 | 9 |
| 1966 | 8 | 8 |
| 1965 | 13 | 13 |
| 1964 | 9 | 9 |
| 1963 | 8 | 8 |
| 1962 | 19 | 19 |
| 1961 | 11 | 11 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 | 6 |
| 1956 | 9 | 9 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 | 6 |
| 1952 | 6 | 6 |
| 1945 | 5 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Tereza (2007)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |