Resi

Resi is a female first name that is primarily used in Bavaria and Austria as a diminutive of the names Therese and Theresa. These names are originally derived from the Ancient Greek Therasia (Θηρεσία). The name is metaphorically associated with meanings such as 'the one coming from Thera,' 'the huntress,' 'the game animal,' 'the wild one,' as well as 'the harvest worker' and 'the summer.'

What does the name Resi mean?

Resi is a female first name that is commonly used as a diminutive of the names Therese and Theresa in Bavaria and Austria. Its roots trace back to the Ancient Greek word Therasia (Θηρεσία). The meanings are diverse and include 'the one coming from Thera,' 'the huntress,' 'the game animal,' 'the wild one,' 'the harvest worker,' and 'the summer.' The exact origin is not definitively clarified, but it is associated with the Ancient Greek term Thḗrā (Θήρᾱ) for the island of Thira, present-day Santorini in Greece. The terms thēráō (θηράω) meaning 'to hunt,' thēríon (θηρίον) meaning 'animal, wild animal,' or therízo (θερίζω) meaning 'to harvest, to mow,' as well as théros (θέρος) meaning 'summer' may have influenced the name. The name became known through the veneration of Saint Therasia of Nola, who is considered the first bearer of the name. Other variants include Tess, Tessi, Tessie, Tessia, Tessina, Tessy, Thesy, and Tessje.

Where does the name Resi come from?

Resi is a female first name whose etymology lies in Ancient Greek. The meanings are 'the one coming from Thera' or 'the huntress.' The Ancient Greek terms Thḗrā (Θήρᾱ) refer to the island of Thira, which is now called Santorini in Greece, while thēráō (θηράω) means 'to hunt,' thēríon (θηρίον) means 'the animal, the wild animal,' or therízo (θερίζω) means 'to harvest, to mow.' The word théros (θέρος) for 'summer' also plays a role in the name's origin. Resi is prevalent in Bavarian and Austrian languages.

How do you pronounce Resi?

The sound of Resi is friendly and two syllables. The name is pronounced as 'Re-si' [ˈʁeːzi] or [ˈreːsi], starting with a long E sound. The bright ending '-si' gives the name a lightness. Overall, Resi sounds uncomplicated and lively – clear, soft, and pleasant.

When is the name day of Resi?

The name day of Resi falls on July 13, August 9, August 26, October 1, and October 15.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Resi enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 2,358th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2018, when it reached 1,253rd place. Over the last ten years, Resi has been given as a first name approximately 140 times, placing it 2,036th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,469th.

Nicknames & pet names

Daisy / Lässi / Mesi / Res / Resa / Reserl / Resilein / Resiuschka / Resl / Ress / Räs / Rässi / Rässkaes / Traktor

Famous people

• Resi Hammerer (Austrian alpine ski racer)
• Resi März (German athlete)
• Resi Stiegler (American alpine ski racer)