Tesa is of Latin origin, derived from the word 'tessera', meaning 'tile' or 'four'. It is often used as a female given name and can be found in various forms across different cultures. In some instances, it may also appear as a surname.
The name Tesa experienced a peak in popularity during the late 1960s to early 1970s with over 20 births each year from 1968 to 1972, reaching an all-time high of 34 births in 1984. However, since the mid-1990s, its popularity has significantly declined, with fewer than 20 births per year recorded in recent years.