Tess

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Tess is a diminutive of the name Theresa or Tessa. Theresa comes from the Greek word therizein, meaning "to harvest."
Pronunciation
TEHS
Tess is pronounced "tess."
Popularity
Tess is a relatively common name in English-speaking countries, ranking in the top 200 names for girls in the United States, Australia, and Canada. It is less popular in other parts of the world.

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Tess Name meanings & History

Tess is a diminutive of the name Theresa or Tessa. Theresa comes from the Greek word therizein, meaning "to harvest.". Short form of Theresa. This is the name of the main character in Thomas Hardy's novel Tess of the D'Ubervilles (1891). Tess is often used as a standalone name or as a nickname for longer names. It is a versatile name that can fit many different personalities and styles.

Zodiac Sign of Tess: Truth Sagittarius,Doubting Thomas Pisces

Synonyms of Tess:

T: Truth,Tacky,Tireless,Testy,Doubting Thomas,Talkative,Touchy

E: Entertain,Exaggerate,Expressive,Enliven,Enlighten,Environment

S: Sex,Solidity,Sensuality,Success,Security,Social Standing,Status

Tess is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Informal name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strange name
  • a Wholesome name
  • a Youthful name

Famous People

Famous people named Tess include actress Tess Harper, musician Tess Henley, and Olympic athlete Tess Arnone.

2.) Tess (Female)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: (Greek) a short form of Quintessa, Theresa.

Other Forms: Tes, Tese


3.) Tess (Female)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: Summertime

Other Forms: Tes


4.) Tess (Female)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: (Greek) harvesting life

Other Forms: Tesse


5.) TESS (Female)

Usage: Italian

Meanings: A pet form of Therese, Tess is also bestowed as an independent given name. See THERESE. Pet: Tessi. (TESS)


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