Teresa Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationteh-REH-sah / tɛˈɾe.saSpanish; Italian; Latin
Meaning
Latin: harvester; Spanish: late summer
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Teresa has roots in both Latin and Greek, often associated with the word 'thera,' meaning 'to harvest.' It gained popularity in the Christian tradition due to Saint Teresa of Ávila, a prominent figure in the Catholic Church. The name has been widely used across various cultures, particularly in Spanish and Italian-speaking regions.
Trend Summary
The name Teresa has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Terese
- Teresa
International Variants
- Teresa (Spanish)
- Teresa (Italian)
- Terese (Norwegian)
- Teresa (Portuguese)
Famous people named Teresa
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Fictional characters named Teresa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Teresa was first seen in the United States in 1917. Teresa has ranked as high as #1092 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Teresa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Teresa (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 22 |
| 1955 | 25 |
| 1956 | 34 |
| 1957 | 33 |
| 1958 | 35 |
| 1959 | 39 |
| 1960 | 39 |
| 1961 | 40 |
| 1962 | 46 |
| 1963 | 52 |
| 1964 | 38 |
| 1965 | 43 |
| 1966 | 45 |
| 1967 | 33 |
| 1968 | 38 |
| 1969 | 37 |
| 1970 | 37 |
| 1971 | 41 |
| 1972 | 29 |
| 1973 | 22 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1976 | 24 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 10 |