Theresa
girl name#1548 in 2025Theresa entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #32 in 1956, ranks #1548 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1548
rank today
#32
peak (1956)
136
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #110 |
| 1890s | #103 |
| 1900s | #102 |
| 1910s | #97 |
| 1920s | #82 |
| 1930s | #77 |
| 1940s | #89 |
| 1950s | #46 |
| 1960s | #42 |
| 1970s | #80 |
| 1980s | #134 |
| 1990s | #284 |
| 2000s | #652 |
| 2010s | #1135 |
| 2020s | #1505 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Theresa has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 273,000 people named Theresa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Theresa alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Theresa in 2025?
- Theresa ranks #1548 among US girl names in 2025, with 136 babies given the name.
- When was the name Theresa most popular?
- Theresa peaked in 1956, reaching #32 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Theresa with classmates?
- Theresa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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