Teresita
Meaninglittle Teresa · Greek
Teresita is a Mexican girl name meaning “little Teresa”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- GenerationTeresita peaked in 1962, which makes it a classic Baby Boomer name. The typical Teresita you'd meet today is about 63 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Teresita would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 161,290 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryTeresita first shows up in US birth records in 1891, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 134 years since.
US births per million girls, 1891–2025
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About the name Teresita
Teresita is a girl name of Mexican origin meaning “little Teresa”. With 4 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1960s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Mexican names
More Mexican girl names
- Girl name: Olivia · olive tree
- Girl name: Emma · whole, universal
- Girl name: Amelia · work, industrious
- Girl name: Mia · possibly beloved
- Girl name: Isabella · God is my oath
- Girl name: Evelyn · possibly desired
- Girl name: Sofia · wisdom
- Girl name: Aurora · dawn
Questions about the name Teresita
What does the name Teresita mean?
Teresita means “little Teresa” and comes from Greek.
What is the origin of the name Teresita?
Teresita is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Greek. Other Mexican names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Emma (“whole, universal”), Amelia (“work, industrious”) and Mia (“possibly beloved”).
Is Teresita a boy or girl name?
Teresita is a girl name. In 2025, 10 US girls were named Teresita.
How popular is the name Teresita?
Teresita ranked #9,457 for US girls in 2025, given to 10 babies. Its best year was 1962, when it reached #1,230. Over the last five years it has slipped 2,828 places.
What should I know before naming my baby Teresita?
Teresita is a Mexican girl name meaning “little Teresa”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.