Theresia

English form of the Spanish Teresa

"to harvest"

Theresia Origin and Meaning

The name Theresia is a girl's name of German origin.

Theresia is a feminine name with ancient Greek and Latin origins. It's a traditional variant of Teresa or Theresa, derived from the Greek word "therizo" meaning "to harvest" or possibly from the Greek island of Thera (Santorini). The name carries a sense of classical elegance and dignity. Theresia has been particularly popular in Germanic and Nordic countries, as well as parts of Eastern Europe. While less common than Teresa in English-speaking countries, it offers a more distinctive alternative with the same rich historical connections. The name is associated with Saint Teresa of Ávila and Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, giving it strong religious significance in Catholic traditions.

Theresia Rank in US Top 1000

# 834 in the US

Famous People Named Theresia

• Theresia Anna Lilian Maria "Teri" Shields American actress; mother of actress Brooke Shields
• Theresia Kiesl Austrian Olympic runner
• Theresia Singer Austrian operatic soprano
• Theresia Gouw American venture capitalist
• Theresia Pfeisinger paternal great,grandmother of Adolf Hitler
• Theresia Reiniera van der Pant Dutch sculptor
• Maria Theresia Bonzel (born Regina Christine Wilhelmine Bonzel) beatified German nun; founder of the Sisters of Saint Francis of Perpetual Adoration
• Maria Theresia Princess of Thurn and Taxis, Princess Esterházy of Galántha
• Maria Theresia Ludowika Klothilde Helene Alexandra Princess of Thurn and Taxis
• Maria Theresia Anna Felicitas Princess of Liechtenstein; Countess of Soissons
• Maria Theresia, Princess of Bavaria, daughter of Prince Rasso
• Maria Theresia Ahlefeldt Princess of Thurn and Taxis; Countess of Ahlefeldt,Langeland; first Danish woman composer
• Maria Ludwiga Theresia Princess of Bavaria; Duchess of Calabria
• Maria Theresia von Paradis Austrian composer who inspired Mozart

The name Theresia in Pop Culture

• "Theresia: Dear Emile " horror video game starring characters Leanne and Emile Theresia