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Teresia

teh-REE-zee-ah

Teresia is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Variant of Theresa, of uncertain origin, possibly from the Greek *Therasia*, an island near Thera.”, and peaked in popularity in 1956.

Letters7
Syllables4
OriginGreek

What Teresia Means

Variant of Theresa, of uncertain origin, possibly from the Greek *Therasia*, an island near Thera.

The Story of Teresia

Born from the whisper of an ancient island name, this name carries echoes of profound compassion and spiritual grace, destined for your daughter.

Teresia is a resonant variant of Theresa, with its origins possibly tracing back to the Greek island of Thera. The name's journey is intertwined with its most famous bearer, Saint Teresa of Ávila, a pivotal figure in 16th-century Christian mysticism, which propelled the name across Europe and into the Americas.

There is a gentle strength in saying 'Teresia' aloud, a sense of quiet devotion and profound care that you already feel for your child. This name connects you to a lineage of compassion, a reminder that your daughter will bring a spirit of loving kindness into the world. You will feel its soothing power when you write it on her birth certificate, a beacon of her gentle spirit.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Saint Teresa of Ávila

    Spanish Carmelite nun; mystic; Doctor of Church

  • Mother Teresa

    Catholic nun and missionary

Personality Traits

CompassionateKindLovingSpiritual

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#68 in 1956

Total Births

1,133

First Recorded

1915

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