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Origin and meaning
Name: Tess (tess)
Gender: Female
Popularity in 2024: #806
Origin: English
Meaning: Harvester
Origin: Greek
Meaning: late summer
Origin and Meaning: Tess is a name of English origin that means "to harvest" or "to gather."
Etymology: Tess is derived from the name Theresa, which comes from the Greek word therizein, meaning "to harvest."
Derived: The name Tess is a diminutive form of the name Theresa.
History of Name: Tess has been used as a standalone name in English-speaking countries since the 19th century. It gained popularity as a given name in the early 20th century, and continues to be a popular choice for baby girls today.
Style of the Name: Tess is a short and sweet name that is simple yet elegant. It has a timeless quality that makes it suitable for any era.
Symbolism of the Name: The name Tess is often associated with the image of a hardworking and diligent person who is dedicated to achieving their goals. It can also represent a sense of community and cooperation, as the name is rooted in the idea of gathering and harvesting resources.
Pronunciation
Say: 🔊
IPA: /tˈɛs/
Syllables: tess
Tess's luck prospects
| Destiny | Good | ★★★★ | 
| Friendship | Good | ★★★★ | 
| Love | Good | ★★★★ | 
| Family | Average | ★★★ | 
| Money | Good | ★★★★ | 
| Health | Average | ★★★ | 
Personality traits of name Tess
- Compassionate
- Self-critical
- Resourceful
- Simple
- Responsive
- Introverted
- Unprincipled
Astrology of name Tess
Zodiac sign:  Leo
Element:  Fire
Ruling planet:  Sun
Lucky metal:  Tungsten
| Lucky gemstones: | 
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| Lucky colors: | Black Mustard | 
Totem pet:  Gecko
Totem animal:  Chicken
Totem plant:  Snapdragon
Totem tree:  Pear
Lucky weekday:  Thursday
Favorable month:  October
Lucky numbers:  1, 6, 47
Lucky days of the month:  13, 17, 26
Unlucky number:  32
Hobbies:  baseball, hair styling, furniture building
Careers:  Entertainment, Agriculture, Food Preparation
Health issues:  Kidney issues
Letters count:  4
Numerology of name Tess
Name popularity
Female
Raw data
| Year | Rank | Births | 
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 554 | 24 | 
| 1919 | 570 | 29 | 
| 1925 | 598 | 21 | 
| 1960 | 756 | 23 | 
| 1963 | 760 | 27 | 
| 1964 | 766 | 21 | 
| 1967 | 704 | 50 | 
| 1968 | 673 | 79 | 
| 1969 | 673 | 92 | 
| 1970 | 692 | 94 | 
| 1971 | 700 | 80 | 
| 1972 | 706 | 49 | 
| 1973 | 710 | 40 | 
| 1974 | 720 | 29 | 
| 1975 | 729 | 32 | 
| 1976 | 714 | 38 | 
| 1978 | 741 | 28 | 
| 1981 | 689 | 103 | 
| 1982 | 660 | 133 | 
| 1983 | 596 | 191 | 
| 1984 | 585 | 216 | 
| 1985 | 587 | 218 | 
| 1986 | 622 | 194 | 
| 1987 | 623 | 185 | 
| 1988 | 634 | 183 | 
| 1989 | 574 | 270 | 
| 1990 | 506 | 403 | 
| 1991 | 444 | 465 | 
| 1992 | 414 | 529 | 
| 1993 | 425 | 524 | 
| 1994 | 451 | 477 | 
| 1995 | 480 | 435 | 
| 1996 | 496 | 409 | 
| 1997 | 467 | 448 | 
| 1998 | 491 | 430 | 
| 1999 | 495 | 437 | 
| 2000 | 489 | 475 | 
| 2001 | 534 | 393 | 
| 2002 | 514 | 417 | 
| 2003 | 492 | 494 | 
| 2004 | 556 | 424 | 
| 2005 | 532 | 461 | 
| 2006 | 610 | 385 | 
| 2007 | 680 | 311 | 
| 2008 | 661 | 321 | 
| 2009 | 638 | 341 | 
| 2010 | 614 | 338 | 
| 2011 | 652 | 283 | 
| 2012 | 684 | 255 | 
| 2013 | 682 | 251 | 
| 2014 | 742 | 235 | 
| 2015 | 727 | 229 | 
| 2016 | 750 | 217 | 
| 2017 | 747 | 203 | 
| 2018 | 781 | 176 | 
| 2019 | 793 | 158 | 
| 2020 | 773 | 175 | 
| 2021 | 806 | 142 | 
Name Tess in sign language
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