Terry
TER-ee
Popularity
#10169
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Latin
Total Births
521,274
Peak Year
#20,939 in 1955
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Terry is an English name, often a diminutive of Terence, meaning 'smooth' or 'tender', or Theresa, meaning 'harvester'.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Terry Gilliam
British-American filmmaker, animator, and actor.
Terry Bradshaw
Former American football quarterback and analyst.
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