Tess
GirlOrigin: Greek · English
Meaning
“short form of Theresa; the origin of Theresa itself is uncertain”
Cultural Notes
Short form of Theresa or Teresa brought into literary prominence by Thomas Hardy's novel Tess of the d'Urbervilles in 1891.
Popularity
Rarity: uncommon
Peak decade: 1990s
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Famous People Named Tess
- Tess Daly, Tess Harper
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