Tessa Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Tessa Name at a Glance

Name	Tessa
Meaning	Born fourth; also a diminutive of Teresa: Reaper; from Therasia.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Tessa Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Tessa means “Born fourth; also a diminutive of Teresa: Reaper; from Therasia”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Tessa Name Origin

Our database records Tessa under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Tessa a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Tessa is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Tessa

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