Teresa

Origin and meaning of Teresa

Teresa is of Greek origin and uncertain etymology: perhaps from the verb therízō, 'to harvest,' giving the sense of 'harvester,' or linked to the island of Thera. The name owes its huge popularity to the great saints who bore it, from Teresa of Ávila to Thérèse of Lisieux. It is much loved in Spain, Portugal, Italy and Latin America. It conveys both spiritual strength and gentleness, with a warm, reassuring sound that makes it a timeless classic.

Variants around the world

How Teresa sounds in other languages.

Famous people

• Madre Teresa di Calcutta— saint
• Santa Teresa d'Ávila— saint