To harvest or reaper
Derived from the Greek name Therasia, it is most commonly associated with the meaning of harvesting or gathering. The name gained significant prominence through Catholic saints, particularly Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, known as the Little Flower.
Less common today
Therese isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,365 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
French Catholic nun and Doctor of the Church
Protagonist of the novel and film Carol · The Price of Salt
Title character of the novel by Émile Zola · Thérèse Raquin
Swedish Olympic swimmer and world record holder
Norwegian cross-country skier and Olympic gold medalist
