Terry: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Ruler of the people, strong and fair.
- Origin
- German
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #931
- Peak
- #26 in 1946
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Terry Means
Terry is a unisex name of German origin. Ruler of the people, strong and fair.
How Popular Terry Is
Terry currently ranks #931 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #26 in 1946. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Terry
- Terry reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #26 in 1946.
- Once a top name, Terry has become less common in recent decades, giving it a distinctive vintage appeal.
- Terry has been a top 100 name across 169+ years of American history.
- Terry is a name from the Germanic tradition.
Names Like Terry
Other German names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Terry
German names that pair well as a brother or sister to Terry.
Questions About Terry
What does Terry mean?
Terry is a unisex name of German origin. Ruler of the people, strong and fair.
How popular is Terry?
Terry currently ranks #931 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #26 in 1946. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Terry come from?
Terry comes from German roots. Terry reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #26 in 1946.
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