Tessa
t(es)-sa
US Popularity:685
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Reaper, to reap, to harvest; Late summer
With a name like Tessa, baby will reap what they sow! This beautiful Greek feminine name derives from the classic moniker Theresa, which in turn comes from the Greek words therizo and theros. As such, Tessa means “to reap,” “to harvest,” and “late summer.” With definitions like these conjuring up images of abundant fruit and days filled with sunshine, you’ll be setting up baby for a life of abundance and growth. However, the name also offers something to parents who like the darker side of life, as “reaper” certainly has spookier connotations. Whatever you are most drawn to, baby Tessa is sure to love their new name.
Tessa Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Tessa is currently #524 on The Bump
Girl:Tessa is currently #215 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Tessa is currently #685 in U.S. births
Girl:Tessa is currently #244 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#685
in 2022
- 88
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
Behind the Name, Theresa April 2021
Name Doctor, Tessa
Name Doctor, Theresa
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