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Marietherese

Female

« Marie-Therese is a sophisticated French female given name composed of Marie, meaning 'sea' or 'rebelliousness', and Thérèse, derived from Greek 'theros', signifying 'harvest'. »

#41051 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Marie-Térèse is a unique and elegant female given name of French origin. It is composed of two elements: Marie, which means "sea" or "rebelliousness," and Thérèse, derived from the Greek word "theros," meaning "harvest" or "to harvest." The name has been popular throughout history due to several notable figures who bore it. The most famous historical figure associated with this name is undoubtedly Marie-Thérèse of Austria (1638-1683), also known as Maria Theresa I. She was the only female ruler of the Habsburg monarchy and served as the Holy Roman Empress from 1745 until her death. Her reign was marked by political stability, military victories, and cultural prosperity. Another notable figure is Marie-Thérèse Walter (1909-1977), a French model who became Pablo Picasso's muse and lover in the late 1920s. Their relationship inspired many of Picasso's works during this period, including his famous painting "Les Demoiselles d'Avignon." The name Marietherese has also been used by several royal figures throughout history, such as Marie-Thérèse de France (1666-1732), a daughter of King Louis XIV of France, and Princess Maria Theresa of Savoy (1803-1852), who married Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria. In popular culture, the name Marietherese has been used in various forms by authors and artists. For instance, it appears as Maria Teresa in Gabriel García Márquez's novel "Love in the Time of Cholera," and as Marie-Thérèse in the French film "La Traversée de Paris" directed by Claude Autant-Lara. Today, Marietherese remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an elegant and historic name for their daughters. Its unique combination of strength and grace continues to captivate people around the world.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Marietherese since 1880

Total births
28
Total since 1880
Peak year
1962
6 births
in 2006
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years