Tessie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tessie originates from the English language as a diminutive of Teresa, which itself comes from a Greek word meaning 'to harvest'. Over time, it has evolved through forms such as Theresa and Teresa before becoming popular in its own right. Tessie is viewed as a warm and friendly name, without significant biblical ties, and has seen notable usage during the 20th century. Variants include Teresa, Tessa, and Tess.
The name Tessie is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Tessie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tessie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 387th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 910th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1542nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1672nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3073rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7752nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9484th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tessie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tessie"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɛsi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Tessie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Teresa, which has roots in the Greek name Therasia, meaning 'to harvest'.
Meaning
harvest
Language Evolution
Theresa, Teresa, Tessie
Historical Usage
Tessie gained popularity in the 20th century as a charming nickname, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Teresa, Tessa, Tess
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tessie is perceived as a playful and endearing name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Tessie O'Shea, a Welsh singer and actress, Tessie Thomas, a notable figure in the arts
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tessie"
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 "Tessie"
"Tessie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 387th of 9107 | 5,189 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 910th of 9204 | 1,168 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1542nd of 12526 | 863 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1672nd of 19264 | 916 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3073rd of 27321 | 543 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7752nd of 35406 | 229 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9484th of 30306 | 129 |
Regional Popularity of "Tessie" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tessie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
44.42% 629th/1416 |
15.45% 213th/1379 |
21.98% 520th/2366 |
67.25% 768th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
42.80% 666th/1556 |
40.20% 946th/2353 |
70.27% 1087th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
80.96% 1803rd/2227 |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
49.32% 1407th/2853 |
59.78% 1659th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
77.97% 2290th/2937 |
66.75% 2325th/3483 |
37.52% 1320th/3518 |
52.60% 2127th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
53.23% 2765th/5194 |
53.11% 3355th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tessie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tessie" 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.