| Meaning | harvester, reaper |
| Origin | Greek, Latin |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Tes-sa |
Tessa, a name with a rich historical background, has been endearing parents for decades. Derived from the Greek and Latin origins, it holds the meaning of "harvester" or "one who reaps." This moniker's simplicity and charm make it a popular choice for baby girls across cultures.
Tessa's variations, such as Tess, Teressa, and Theresa, provide a sense of individuality while retaining the name's fundamental essence. Its versatility allows it to harmonize with various last names, giving parents ample room for creativity. The name Tessa has also inspired an array of delightful nicknames, including the ever-lovable Tess and Tessie.
Famous real female figures like Canadian figure skater Tessa Virtue and American actress Tessa Thompson have brought prominence to the name. Moreover, fictional characters such as Tessa Gray from Cassandra Clare's "The Infernal Devices" trilogy have captured the hearts of book enthusiasts worldwide.
Choosing Tessa as a baby girl's name is akin to sowing the seeds of ambition and determination. As she grows, little Tessa will carry the essence of a diligent harvester, reaping the rewards of her endeavors with grace and strength.
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| Tessa Virtue | Canadian figure skater |
| Tessa Thompson | American actress |
| Tessa Allen | American actress |
| Tessa Bonhomme | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Tessa Sanderson | British javelin thrower and Olympian |
| Tessa Jowell | British politician |
| Tessa James | Australian actress |
| Tessa Worley | French alpine skier |
| Tessa Wyatt | English actress |
| Tessa Blackstone | British politician and academic |
| Tessa Keller | American fashion model |
| Tessa Ross | British film producer |
| Tessa Souter | English jazz singer |
| Tessa Peake-Jones | English actress |
| Tessa Gray | Australian author |
| Tessa Dahl | British author and daughter of Roald Dahl |
| Tessa Cunningham | British journalist and author |
| Tessa Farmer | British contemporary artist |
| Tessa Morris-Suzuki | Australian historian |
| Tessa Munt | British politician |
| Tessa Gray | from "The Infernal Devices" trilogy by Cassandra Clare |
| Tessa Yeager | from the "Transformers" film series |
| Tessa Campanelli | from the book series "The Clique" by Lisi Harrison |
| Tessa Vance | from the TV show "Famous in Love" |
| Tessa Quayle | from the novel "The Constant Gardener" by John le Carré |
| Tessa Grayson | from the TV show "Make It or Break It" |
| Tessa Johnson | from the movie "Cocktail" |
| Tessa Farley | from the TV show "Eureka" |
| Tessa Noël | from the book "Evermore" by Alyson Noël |
| Tessa Golding | from the movie "A Cinderella Story - Once Upon a Song" |
| Tessa Harding | from the TV show "Stitchers" |
| Tessa Altman | from the TV show "Life Unexpected" |
| Tessa Blake | from the TV show "Hollyoaks" |
| Tessa Cunningham | from the TV show "Doctors" |
| Tessa Klein | from the movie "The Legend of Bagger Vance" |
| Tessa Holmes | from the TV show "H2O - Just Add Water" |
| Tessa Scott | from the TV show "The Fosters" |
| Tessa Faux | from the TV show "The Mighty B!" |