Teresa

Girl's name

Teresa is a name of Greek origin, derived from the word "therizein," meaning "to harvest."

Meaning Harvest
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 310
Peak year 1961

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Teresa of Ávila - Spanish mystic, writer, and saint.
  • Mother Teresa - Albanian-Indian nun, missionary, and Nobel laureate.
  • Teresa Palmer - Australian actress known for "Warm Bodies."
  • Teresa Giudice - American reality TV star on "The Real Housewives."
  • Teresa Wright - American actress, won Academy Award for "Mrs. Miniver."
  • Teresa Teng - Taiwanese singer, known as "Asia's eternal queen."
  • Teresa Heinz - Philanthropist, wife of politician John Kerry.
  • Teresa Ganzel - American actress, known for comedy and voice work.
  • Teresa Graves - American actress, starred in "Get Christie Love!"
  • Teresa Berganza - Spanish opera singer, renowned for mezzo-soprano roles.

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