Terrence Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Terrence has Latin origins, meaning 'tender' or 'gracious'. It evolved from 'Terentius' in Latin to 'Terrence' in English. The name is associated with a sense of kindness and sophistication, and it gained popularity in the 20th century. It has no biblical background, and notable individuals with the name include actors and athletes.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Terrence"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɛrəns/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Terrence is derived from the Latin name 'Terentius', which is believed to mean 'tender' or 'gracious'. The name was popularized in the English-speaking world largely through the works of the Roman playwright Terence.
Meaning
tender, gracious
Language Evolution
Terentius (Latin), Terrence (English)
Historical Usage
Terrence gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the United States and Canada.
Variants & Derivatives
Terry, Terence, Terran
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Terrence is perceived as a classic and somewhat formal name, often associated with sophistication and kindness.
Famous People
Terrence Howard, Terrence Malick, Terrence Ross
📊 Terrence Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Terrence Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,508 peak births in 1955
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in District of Columbia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Terrence"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Terrence"
"Terrence" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1065th of 7545 | 685 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 337th of 6773 | 5,143 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 210th of 7552 | 22,536 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 209th of 10718 | 18,625 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 256th of 16616 | 15,636 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 552nd of 24088 | 6,996 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 988th of 23106 | 2,595 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7783rd of 9204 | 11 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4170th of 12526 | 166 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4299th of 19264 | 218 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8280th of 27321 | 132 |
Regional Popularity of "Terrence" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
51.20% 725th/1416 |
44.31% 611th/1379 |
91.55% 2166th/2366 |
73.29% 837th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
14.49% 224th/1546 |
14.46% 225th/1556 |
48.62% 1144th/2353 |
21.78% 337th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
6.47% 144th/2227 |
6.42% 156th/2430 |
12.86% 367th/2853 |
9.37% 260th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
6.16% 181st/2937 |
5.02% 175th/3483 |
5.71% 201st/3518 |
9.47% 383rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
6.32% 233rd/3685 |
5.01% 224th/4475 |
4.14% 215th/5194 |
6.85% 433rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.26% 516th/4582 |
9.04% 467th/5164 |
6.82% 499th/7313 |
11.35% 847th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.24% 926th/3984 |
21.17% 950th/4487 |
13.03% 889th/6822 |
20.11% 1262nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Terrence" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
95.69% 2131st/2227 |
- | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Terrence"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Terrence" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Terrence" in the United States
The name Terrence is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Terrence has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Terrence' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1065th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 337th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 210th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 209th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 256th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 552nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 988th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7783rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4170th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4299th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8280th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Terrence' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.