Teresa

Q: Meaning of Teresa?

Teresa means 'from the island Therassia', 'inhabitant of Thera', but as well 'huntress' (from ancient Greek 'theraein' = to hunt or 'thēríon/θηρίον' = huntable/wild animal) or 'harvester' (from ancient Greek 'therizo' = to harvest). Another meaning of Theresia is 'summer' (from ancient Greek 'théros/θέρος').

♀ Name Teresa – origin, meaning & pronunciation of the name Teresa

Teresa is a ♀ female name.

Origin of Teresa

Teresa is a name of Greek origin. Theresa probably originates from the Greek island Santorin, which was once called Thera or Thira, or from the neighbouring island Therassia or Thirassia.

Meaning of Teresa

Teresa means “from the island Therassia”, “inhabitant of Thera“, but as well “huntress” (from ancient Greek “theraein” = to hunt or “thēríon/θηρίον” = huntable/wild animal) or “harvester” (from ancient Greek “therizo” = to harvest). Another meaning of Theresia is “summer” (from ancient Greek “théros/θέρος”).