Theresa
boy nameTheresa entered the US charts in 1895, peaked at #1079 in 1895, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1895–2025
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rank today
#1079
peak (1895)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1079 |
| 1900s | #1282 |
| 1910s | #2298 |
| 1920s | #2565 |
| 1930s | #1861 |
| 1940s | #2442 |
| 1950s | #1978 |
| 1960s | #1480 |
| 1970s | #2587 |
| 1980s | #3868 |
| 1990s | #6615 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Theresa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Theresa alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Theresa most popular?
- Theresa peaked in 1895, reaching #1079 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Theresa with classmates?
- Theresa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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