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Theresa Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "theresa" is "harvester, reaper", and is used often for "female".

Name
theresa
Meaning
harvester, reaper
Pronunciation
tuh-ree-suh
Used for
female
Syllables
3

Theresa Name Details

The name Theresa is derived from the Greek name Therese, which means 'harvester' or 'reaper'. It became popular in Europe during the Middle Ages, particularly in France. Saint Theresa of Avila, a Spanish mystic and writer, contributed to the name's popularity in the 16th century. Theresa gained even more popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century. It is still widely used today as a feminine given name.

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