Teresa

Meaning of Teresa

Likely means "to harvest" or "summer."

Teresa has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Teresa

After ranking as high as #344 in 2000, Teresa has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Teresa

• Mother Teresa
  Catholic nun, humanitarian worker
• Teresa Giudice
  Reality television personality
• Teresa Palmer
  Australian actress and model
• Teresa Heinz Kerry
  Philanthropist and businesswoman
• Teresa Stratas
  Canadian operatic soprano

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Questions about the name Teresa

What does the name Teresa mean?

Teresa means likely means "to harvest" or "summer.", and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Teresa a boy's or a girl's name?

Teresa is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Teresa?

Teresa did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Teresa most popular?

Teresa peaked at #344 in 2000.