Poll: I've noticed across name forums that English women tend to prefer the name Tess over Tessa. Why do you think?

Because of their inclination towards English variants, like Lucy over Lucia

48%

Due to the association with Tess of the d'Urbervilles

14%

Elegance of simplicity

57%

Connection to the country's past / cultural identity

14%

Short and punchy nature lends it a sense of assertiveness their culture may favor

62%

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