Tessi

Tessi is a charming feminine name that typically functions as a diminutive of Teresa, Tess, or Contessa. With Scottish and English roots, this endearing nickname has occasionally been used as a given name in its own right. Tessi carries a friendly, approachable quality with its soft sounds and playful ending. The name Teresa, from which Tessi often derives, has Greek origins meaning 'harvester' or 'summer.' Though not commonly found in popularity charts as a standalone name, Tessi brings to mind someone with a warm, cheerful personality. The diminutive form gives it a perpetually youthful, spirited character that appeals to parents seeking a name that's sweet and unpretentious.

Pronounced TES-ee.

As of October 2026, Tessi ranked #18207 in US births in 2017 SSA, peaked at #6336 in 1982.