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Name Origin

Theresa is a feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning 'harvester' or 'to reap'. It is derived from the Greek word 'therizo', which means 'to harvest'.

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Famous People

Theresa May (1956-)

Politician

  • First female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
  • Served as Home Secretary from 2010 to 2016

Theresa Hak Kyung Cha (1951-1982)

Poet, novelist, and filmmaker

  • Known for her experimental work exploring language, identity, and history