♀ Name Theresa

Q: What does the name Theresa mean?

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

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Theresa is a ♀ girl name.

Where does the name Theresa come from?

Theresa 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.

What does the name Theresa mean?

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

Pronunciation of Theresa

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Variants of the name Theresa

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Popularity of the name Theresa

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