Thresa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Thresa is a name of Greek origin meaning 'harvester'. It evolved from Therasia and has various forms such as Teresa and Tessa. The name is associated with traits of strength and independence. It does not have biblical significance, but has gained popularity in modern times as a unique variant of Teresa.
The name Thresa is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South 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, Thresa 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, 'Thresa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1488th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1887th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1570th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2561st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13939th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Thresa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Thresa"
Pronunciation
/ˈθriːsə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Thresa is derived from the Greek name Therasia, which is associated with the island of Thera (Santorini). It is often linked to the Greek word 'theras', meaning 'to harvest' or 'to reap'.
Meaning
harvester
Language Evolution
Therasia, Thresa, Teresa
Historical Usage
Thresa gained popularity in the late 20th century as a variant of Teresa, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Teresa, Theresa, Tessa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Thresa is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with strength and independence.
Famous People
Thresa Smith, an acclaimed artist known for her contemporary works., Thresa Johnson, a notable author in the field of children's literature.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Thresa"
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 of "Thresa"
"Thresa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1488th of 9107 | 507 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1887th of 9204 | 347 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1570th of 12526 | 841 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2561st of 19264 | 475 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13939th of 27321 | 48 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Thresa" by Generation for 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 of "Thresa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
75.34% 1039th/1379 |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
84.58% 1316th/1556 |
73.99% 1741st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
65.07% 1449th/2227 |
- |
50.23% 1433rd/2853 |
81.08% 2250th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
80.73% 2371st/2937 |
- |
67.54% 2376th/3518 |
94.04% 3803rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Thresa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Thresa" 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.