Therese Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Therese originates from the Greek name 'Therasia', meaning 'harvester'. It has evolved through various forms over time, including Therasia and Teresa, and is often associated with traits of grace and spirituality. While it does not have a direct biblical reference, it gained significant popularity in the 19th century due to the influence of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux. Today, it is perceived as a classic name with continued relevance.
The name Therese is most popular in Rhode Island, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest 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, Therese 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, 'Therese' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 433rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 372nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 305th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 601st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1250th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2203rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2709th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Therese' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Therese"
Pronunciation
/tɛˈrɛz/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Therese is derived from the Greek name 'Therasia', which is believed to have originated from the Greek word 'therizo', meaning 'to harvest'.
Meaning
harvester
Language Evolution
Therasia, Therese, Teresa
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly after Saint Thérèse of Lisieux became well-known for her spiritual writings and influence.
Variants & Derivatives
Teresa, Tessa, Teri
Modern Popularity & Image
Therese is often viewed as a classic and elegant name, associated with grace and spirituality. It remains popular in various cultures, especially among those with Christian backgrounds.
Famous People
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, Thérèse Raquin (fictional character), Thérèse Desqueyroux (fictional character)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Therese"
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 "Therese"
"Therese" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 433rd of 9107 | 4,216 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 372nd of 9204 | 6,098 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 305th of 12526 | 16,185 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 601st of 19264 | 4,563 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1250th of 27321 | 2,032 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2203rd of 35406 | 1,310 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2709th of 30306 | 771 |
Regional Popularity of "Therese" 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 "Therese" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
28.04% 397th/1416 |
15.59% 215th/1379 |
41.25% 976th/2366 |
65.76% 751st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
17.46% 270th/1546 |
13.30% 207th/1556 |
48.11% 1132nd/2353 |
34.52% 534th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
9.38% 209th/2227 |
10.21% 248th/2430 |
20.93% 597th/2853 |
11.75% 326th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
14.81% 435th/2937 |
15.39% 536th/3483 |
28.45% 1001st/3518 |
17.36% 702nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.09% 851st/3685 |
22.99% 1029th/4475 |
38.60% 2005th/5194 |
21.85% 1380th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.03% 1926th/4582 |
33.99% 1755th/5164 |
45.97% 3362nd/7313 |
30.34% 2264th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.11% 2116th/3984 |
79.76% 3579th/4487 |
42.89% 2926th/6822 |
47.51% 2982nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Therese"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Therese" 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.