Tessa
Tessa: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtɛsə/
Meaning and origin of Tessa
- A diminutive of the female given name Teresa, from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Contraction of Teresa.
How popular is Tessa?
Since 1880, 55,926 girls and 13 boys in the U.S. have been named Tessa (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #190 in 2007. Its highest rank for boys was #7228 in 1984. In 2025 it ranked #311 for girls, with 978 babies given the name.
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Sibling name ideas for Tessa
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Tessa FAQ
What does the name Tessa mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Teresa, from Ancient Greek. Contraction of Teresa.
How popular is the name Tessa?
Since 1880, 55,926 girls and 13 boys in the U.S. have been named Tessa (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #190 in 2007. Its highest rank for boys was #7228 in 1984. In 2025 it ranked #311 for girls, with 978 babies given the name.
Is Tessa a boy or girl name?
Tessa is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 55,926 girls and 13 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.