Therese
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Therese is a girl name of French origin meaning "To harvest".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
French
Religion
Christian
Popularity
8 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
7 letters
Meaning
To harvest
Etymology
French form of Theresa, from Greek Therasia, possibly derived from therizein (to harvest) or from the name of the Greek island Thera.
Famous People Named Therese
- Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen — Queen consort of Bavaria
- Therese Neumann — German mystic (1898-1962)
- Therese Giehse — German actress (1898–1975)
- Therese Bentzon — French journalist, essayist, and novelist, for many years on the staff of the Revue des Deux Mondes
Frequently Asked Questions About Therese
What does the name Therese mean?
Therese means "To harvest", and is of French origin.
What is the origin of the name Therese?
Therese originates from French, commonly used in Europe.
Is Therese a boy or girl name?
Therese is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Therese associated with?
Therese is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Therese?
Yes — notable people named Therese include Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen (Queen consort of Bavaria), Therese Neumann (German mystic, 1898-1962), Therese Giehse (German actress, 1898–1975) and Therese Bentzon (French journalist).
Last updated: June 2026