Tessa Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTES-uh / ˈtɛsəGreek; English
Meaning
Greek: harvester; English: to gather
Historical & Cultural Background
Tessa is often considered a diminutive of the name Teresa, which has roots in Greek. The name Teresa itself is associated with the meaning of 'harvester' or 'to gather.' Tessa has gained popularity as an independent name in English-speaking countries. It is often used for girls but can be considered unisex in modern contexts.
Trend Summary
Tessa has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tess
- Tessie
International Variants
- Teresa (Spanish)
- Terese (Swedish)
- Tereza (Czech)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tessa was first seen in the United States in 1984. Tessa has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Tessa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tessa (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |