Theresa Devoe

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Theresa Devoe — Latin
420K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Theresa Devoe is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Theresa is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Teresa (also Theresa, Therese; French: Thérèse) is a feminine given name. It originates in the Iberian Peninsula in late antiquity. Its derivation is uncertain, it may be derived from Greek θερίζω (therízō) "to harvest or reap", or from θέρος (theros) "summer". Another origin of the name is from Latin word "Terra" which means earth. Terra mother Earth. It is first recorded in the form Therasia, the name of Therasia of Nola, an aristocrat of the 4th century. Its popularity outside of Iberia increased because of Saint Teresa of Ávila, and more recently Thérèse of Lisieux and Mother Teresa. The surname Devoe: Devoe Joseph (born 1989), Canadian basketball player Alexander Devoe (1905–1933), American movie producer Charles Devoe (1982–2010), American model Chuck DeVoe (1930–2013), American businessman and tennis player David DeVoe (born 1947), American businessman Don DeVoe (born 1941), American basketball coach Ellen DeVoe (BA 1986), American social work professor Emma Smith DeVoe (1848–1927), American suffragist Josh Devoe (1888–1979), American baseball player Lester DeVoe, American musician Michael Devoe (born 1999), American basketball player Ronnie DeVoe (born 1967), American singer Todd Devoe (. Theresa is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 420K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Theresa reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Theresa

Latin

Teresa (also Theresa, Therese; French: Thérèse) is a feminine given name. It originates in the Iberian Peninsula in late antiquity. Its derivation is uncertain, it may be derived from Greek θερίζω (therízō) "to harvest or reap", or from θέρος (theros) "summer". Another origin of the name is from Latin word "Terra" which means earth. Terra mother Earth. It is first recorded in the form Therasia, the name of Therasia of Nola, an aristocrat of the 4th century. Its popularity outside of Iberia increased because of Saint Teresa of Ávila, and more recently Thérèse of Lisieux and Mother Teresa.

Surname: Devoe

English

Devoe Joseph (born 1989), Canadian basketball player Alexander Devoe (1905–1933), American movie producer Charles Devoe (1982–2010), American model Chuck DeVoe (1930–2013), American businessman and tennis player David DeVoe (born 1947), American businessman Don DeVoe (born 1941), American basketball coach Ellen DeVoe (BA 1986), American social work professor Emma Smith DeVoe (1848–1927), American suffragist Josh Devoe (1888–1979), American baseball player Lester DeVoe, American musician Michael Devoe (born 1999), American basketball player Ronnie DeVoe (born 1967), American singer Todd Devoe (.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Theresa is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Theresa by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Theresa Devoe:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Theresa?
The first name Theresa originates from Latin. Teresa (also Theresa, Therese; French: Thérèse) is a feminine given name. It originates in the Iberian Peninsula in late antiquity. Its derivation is uncertain, it may be derived from Greek θερίζω (therízō) "to harvest or reap", or from θέρος (theros) "summer". Another origin of the name is from Latin word "Terra" which means earth. Terra mother Earth. It is first recorded in the form Therasia, the name of Therasia of Nola, an aristocrat of the 4th century. Its popularity outside of Iberia increased because of Saint Teresa of Ávila, and more recently Thérèse of Lisieux and Mother Teresa.
When was Theresa most popular?
The name Theresa reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Devoe?
The surname Devoe originates from English. Devoe Joseph (born 1989), Canadian basketball player Alexander Devoe (1905–1933), American movie producer Charles Devoe (1982–2010), American model Chuck DeVoe (1930–2013), American businessman and tennis player David DeVoe (born 1947), American businessman Don DeVoe (born 1941), American basketball coach Ellen DeVoe (BA 1986), American social work professor Emma Smith DeVoe (1848–1927), American suffragist Josh Devoe (1888–1979), American baseball player Lester DeVoe, American musician Michael Devoe (born 1999), American basketball player Ronnie DeVoe (born 1967), American singer Todd Devoe (.
What are the origins of the name Theresa Devoe?
The name Theresa Devoe combines two different traditions: the first name Theresa has Latin roots, while the surname Devoe originates from English.
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