Meaning: Short form of Theresa
The story
Tessa contracts Theresa into two clear syllables. Because Theresa’s deeper derivation is uncertain, harvest should not be presented as Tessa’s undisputed literal meaning.
Spellings & variants
- Tess
- Theresa
Popularity
Familiar
In the US top 1,000 — familiar, not everywhere.
Similar position in the latest US rankings
Style
Origins
Tessa comes from English and Dutch.
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