Terissa
Terissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #65,543 in the US, popular nicknames include Ter, Tey, and Terie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Terissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 234 babies have been named Terissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Terissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #65,543 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,543
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Terissa
Terissa is a girl name .
Terissa is currently ranked #65,543 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Terissa include Ter, Tey, Terie, and Teriie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis