Theresa Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Theresa Name at a Glance

Name	Theresa
Meaning	Variant of Teresa: Reaper; from Therasia.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Theresa Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Theresa means “Variant 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.

Theresa Name Origin

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

Is Theresa a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Theresa

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