Tess Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTess / tɛsLatin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: harvester; Greek: to reap
Historical & Cultural Background
Tess is often considered a diminutive of the name Theresa, which has roots in Greek and means 'to harvest.' The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used in literature and popular culture, contributing to its enduring appeal. Tess is frequently associated with qualities of strength and resilience.
Trend Summary
Tess has seen a steady presence in the U.S. popularity charts, particularly as a vintage name gaining renewed interest.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tessa
- Teresa
International Variants
- Teresa (Spanish)
- Tereza (Czech)
- Terese (Norwegian)
Famous people named Tess
Tess Holliday is an American plus-size model and body positivity advocate.
Tess Gerritsen is an American author known for her medical thrillers and the Rizzoli & Isles series.
Tess Daly is a British television presenter and model, known for co-presenting the BBC One dance show Strictly Come Dancing.
Tess of the d'Urbervilles is a fictional character in Thomas Hardy's novel, representing themes of innocence and tragedy.
Fictional characters named Tess
Tess is the protagonist in Thomas Hardy's novel 'Tess of the d'Urbervilles,' exploring her struggles in Victorian society.
Tess McGill is a character in the film 'Working Girl,' portrayed as an ambitious secretary seeking to rise in the corporate world.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tess was first seen in the United States in 1889. Tess has ranked as high as #753 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Texas, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Tess has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tess (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 | |
| TX | 10 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| MA | 7 | |
| MN | 7 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1897 | 9 |
| 1898 | 9 |
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1904 | 10 |
| 1905 | 13 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 10 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1909 | 13 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 17 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 24 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 29 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 16 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 23 |
| 1961 | 20 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 27 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 50 |
| 1968 | 79 |
| 1969 | 92 |
| 1970 | 94 |
| 1971 | 80 |
| 1972 | 49 |
| 1973 | 40 |
| 1974 | 29 |
| 1975 | 32 |
| 1976 | 38 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 104 |
| 1982 | 133 |
| 1983 | 191 |
| 1984 | 216 |
| 1985 | 218 |
| 1986 | 194 |
| 1987 | 185 |
| 1988 | 183 |
| 1989 | 270 |
| 1990 | 403 |
| 1991 | 465 |
| 1992 | 529 |
| 1993 | 524 |
| 1994 | 477 |
| 1995 | 435 |
| 1996 | 409 |
| 1997 | 448 |
| 1998 | 430 |
| 1999 | 437 |
| 2000 | 475 |
| 2001 | 393 |
| 2002 | 417 |
| 2003 | 494 |
| 2004 | 424 |
| 2005 | 461 |
| 2006 | 385 |
| 2007 | 311 |
| 2008 | 322 |
| 2009 | 342 |
| 2010 | 338 |
| 2011 | 283 |
| 2012 | 255 |
| 2013 | 251 |
| 2014 | 235 |
| 2015 | 229 |
| 2016 | 217 |
| 2017 | 203 |
| 2018 | 176 |
| 2019 | 158 |
| 2020 | 175 |
| 2021 | 142 |
| 2022 | 107 |
| 2023 | 117 |
| 2024 | 113 |