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Terrence

TER-uhns

Popularity

#1524

falling

Letters

8

Syllables

2

Origin

Latin

Total Births

72,832

Peak Year

#1,508 in 1955

First Recorded

1886

Style

Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An English form of the Roman family name *Terentius*, which is of uncertain Etruscan origin, possibly meaning 'smooth'.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Terrence Howard

    American actor and singer.

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Personality Traits

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