Teresita

Teresita: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Teresita

  • A female given name from Spanish.

Etymology

From Spanish Teresita, from Teresa + -ita.

How popular is Teresita?

10U.S. babies in 2025
#1233peak rank (1962)
3,376babies since 1880

Since 1880, 3,376 girls in the U.S. have been named Teresita. Its highest rank for girls was #1233 in 1962. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Teresita FAQ

What does the name Teresita mean?

A female given name from Spanish. From Spanish Teresita, from Teresa + -ita.

What is the origin of the name Teresita?

Teresita is listed as a name of Spanish origin.

How popular is the name Teresita?

Since 1880, 3,376 girls in the U.S. have been named Teresita. Its highest rank for girls was #1233 in 1962. In 2025, 10 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Teresita a boy or girl name?

Teresita is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 3,376 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.