Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tereasa originates from the Greek name 'Therasia', meaning 'harvester'. It evolved through variations like Teresa and Tereasa. The name has historical significance due to its association with Saint Teresa, gaining popularity in medieval Europe. Tereasa conveys traits of strength and spirituality, with no specific biblical relevance, and is currently perceived as a traditional yet elegant name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/tɛˈreɪsə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Tereasa is derived from the Greek name 'Therasia', which is believed to be derived from the word 'theras', meaning 'to harvest'. It is often associated with the meaning of 'harvester' or 'reaper'.
Meaning
harvester, reaper
Language Evolution
Therasia, Teresa, Tereasa
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in Spain and Portugal, and was popularized by Saint Teresa of Ávila in the 16th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Teresa, Terese, Tessa, Teri
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Tereasa is seen as a traditional yet elegant name, often associated with strength and spirituality due to its historical roots.
Famous People
Saint Teresa of Ávila, Teresa Giudice, Teresa Palmer
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 80 peak births in 1964
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in Ohio
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1716th of 12526 | 717 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2312th of 19264 | 562 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8348th of 27321 | 130 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
62.33% 1388th/2227 |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
71.57% 2042nd/2853 |
77.01% 2137th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
78.45% 2304th/2937 |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
74.82% 2632nd/3518 |
81.80% 3308th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Ohio across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1716th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2312th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8348th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.