"summer; from Therasia island"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Tessah
Tessah is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "summer; from Therasia island." Ranked #31,948 in the US, popular nicknames include Tess.
A distinctive 2-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
English
Greek
Feminine
Elegant
Classic
Gentle
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Historical Record
Tessah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 267 babies have been named Tessah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tessah is past its peak , currently ranked #31,948 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
#31,948
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2007
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #31,948
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- English Greek
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Tess
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
Middle Names
Middle Names for Tessah
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tessah
What does the name Tessah mean?
"summer; from Therasia island" (from Greek)
What is the origin of the name Tessah?
Tessah has Greek and English origins. In Greek, it means "summer; from Therasia island".
Is Tessah a boy or girl name?
Tessah is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Tessah?
Tessah is currently ranked #31948 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Tessah?
Common nicknames for Tessah include Tess.
What are good middle names for Tessah?
Popular middle name pairings include Tessah Marie, Tessah Rose, Tessah Grace, and Tessah Ann.
What are good sibling names for Tessah?
Names that pair well with Tessah as siblings include Emma, Lily, Charlotte, and Ethan.
How many syllables does Tessah have?
Tessah has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Tessah a common or rare name?
Tessah is an uncommon name, ranked #31948 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Tessah
Tessah is a girl name with English and Greek origins . The name means "summer; from Therasia island" in Greek .
Tessah is currently ranked #31,948 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Tessah has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Tessah include Tess. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Tessah include Tessa, Tess . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis