Theresia

Name Theresia – origin and meaning

Theresia is a female name.

Origin of Theresia

The German, Swedish and Dutch name Theresia is of Greek origin. The name probably originates from the Greek island Santorin, which was once called Thera or Thira, or from the neighbouring island Therassia or Thirassia.

Meaning of Theresia

Theresia 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 Greek “theros/θέρος”).