About the name Terence
Terence belongs to the English & American tradition. Its roots are documented, even though its precise meaning is not recorded in the standard references — an honest gap we prefer to a confident guess. It travels in a few spellings: Terrence, Terrance, Terance.
In the United States, Terence first appears in Social Security records in 1885. It climbed to its best-ever rank of #241 in 1964, and in 2024 43 babies received the name — 34,243 in total since 1880. Those are the official counts, not estimates.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Terence mean?
The meaning of Terence is not recorded in the standard references we check. Rather than repeat an unsourced claim, we leave it open — its English origin is documented, but its exact meaning is not.
Is Terence a boy or girl name?
Terence is a boy name. In 2024, 43 babies received the name in the US.
What origin is the name Terence?
Terence comes from the English & American tradition. It is also spelled Terrence, Terrance, Terance.
How popular is the name Terence?
Terence first appears in US records in 1885. Its best-ever ranking was #241 in 1964, and 43 babies were given the name in 2024.
How do you pronounce Terence?
Terence is pronounced /ˈtɛɹəns/ (IPA).
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