Tessa as a Female Name
Tessa is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Tessa for a girl get a name with a clear Greek heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Tessa means “harvester (diminutive of Theresa)” and is of Greek origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Tess, Theresa, Teresa, Tessie.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Tessa across all genders, see the complete Tessa name meaning.
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Is Tessa a girl's name?+
Tessa is most commonly a girl's name. It means “harvester (diminutive of Theresa)” and is of Greek origin.
What does Tessa mean?+
Tessa means “harvester (diminutive of Theresa)” and originates from Greek.