Tessy Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTES-ee / /ˈtɛsi/English; diminutive of Teresa
Meaning
Harvester; summer
Historical & Cultural Background
Tessy is often considered a diminutive form of the name Teresa, which has roots in Greek and Latin. The name Teresa has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to figures like Saint Teresa of Ávila. Tessy itself has gained some usage as an independent name, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Trend Summary
Tessy has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often appearing as a unique or modern choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Tess
- Tessa
International Variants
- Teresa (Spanish)
- Terese (Swedish)
- Teresa (Italian)
Famous people named Tessy
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Fictional characters named Tessy
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tessy was first seen in the United States in 1960. Tessy has ranked as high as #1081 nationally, which occurred in 1968, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Tessy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tessy (1979)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |