Ressie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ressie is an English name derived from Teresa, meaning 'to harvest'. Its language path includes historical forms such as Teresa and Ressa before evolving into Ressie. The name is associated with traits of warmth and charm and does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 19th century and has a vintage image today.
The name Ressie is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ressie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Ressie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5779th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 951st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1818th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4435th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10544th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Ressie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ressie"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɛsi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Ressie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Teresa or a variation of the name Ressa, both of which have roots in the Spanish and Italian languages. The name Teresa is derived from the Greek word 'theros' meaning 'to harvest'.
Meaning
to harvest
Language Evolution
Teresa, Terese, Ressa, Ressie
Historical Usage
The name Ressie gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a charming and feminine diminutive.
Variants & Derivatives
Ress, Ree, Tess
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ressie is perceived as a vintage and endearing name, often associated with warmth and nostalgia.
Famous People
Ressie Mae, Ressie Johnson
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ressie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ressie"
"Ressie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5779th of 7545 | 18 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 951st of 9107 | 1,030 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1818th of 9204 | 372 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4435th of 12526 | 149 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10544th of 19264 | 40 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Ressie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Ressie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
30.52% 722nd/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
59.29% 1395th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ressie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ressie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.