Theresa
Theresa is a Christian girl name of Uncertain; possibly Greek origin, meaning “Possibly 'harvester'; origin uncertain”.
| Meaning | Possibly 'harvester'; origin uncertain |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Uncertain; possibly Greek |
| Pronunciation | tuh-REE-suh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, Germany, Austria, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Theresa
Theresa is the spelling of Teresa that became standard in German and English. Its origin is unclear; it is often traced to Greek therizein, 'to reap', or the island Therasia, but the evidence is thin. The name spread widely through Empress Maria Theresa of Austria in the eighteenth century and through Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, the 'Little Flower', in the twentieth.
Is Theresa a Christian name?
Theresa is not a biblical name, but it is strongly associated with Catholic saints, particularly Teresa of Ávila and Thérèse of Lisieux.
How popular is Theresa?
Classic but less common for babies today than in the mid-twentieth century.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Theresa mean?
Theresa means 'Possibly 'harvester'; origin uncertain'. It is of Uncertain; possibly Greek origin.
Is Theresa a Christian name?
Theresa is not a biblical name, but it is strongly associated with Catholic saints, particularly Teresa of Ávila and Thérèse of Lisieux.
How do you pronounce Theresa?
Theresa is pronounced tuh-REE-suh.
Is Theresa a boy or girl name?
Theresa is usually a girl name.