Terry
Terry is derived from the Germanic name Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people.' It became popular as both a given name and nickname for Terence in the mid-20th century.
Current Popularity
#1116 for boys
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Has a friendly, down-to-earth quality that ages well
- •Can work as a standalone name or nickname for Terence or Terrance
- •Popular in the 1950s-1970s, now considered vintage
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Statistics
424,523
Total births since 1880
1957
Peak year
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