Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Terri originates from the Latin word 'Terra,' meaning 'earth.' The name evolved through its association with Teresa and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It conveys traits of friendliness and warmth, with no significant biblical ties.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈtɛri/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Terri is derived from the Latin name 'Terra,' which means 'earth' or 'land.' The name is often considered a diminutive form of Teresa.
Meaning
earth
Language Evolution
Terra, Teresa, Terri
Historical Usage
Terri gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a feminine form of the name Teresa, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Terry, Teresa, Tess
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Terri is viewed as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and kindness.
Famous People
Terri Irwin, Terri Nunn, Terri Clark
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 8,810 peak births in 1959
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Wyoming
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
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1807th of 7552 | 357 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1930th of 10718 | 363 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4682nd of 16616 | 159 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14393rd of 24088 | 35 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5908th of 9107 | 31 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 868th of 9204 | 1,265 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 96th of 12526 | 90,259 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 125th of 19264 | 43,658 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 444th of 27321 | 8,736 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1838th of 35406 | 1,707 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4041st of 30306 | 439 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
73.64% 2101st/2853 |
49.15% 1364th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
58.86% 2050th/3483 |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
41.59% 643rd/1546 |
46.27% 720th/1556 |
54.27% 1277th/2353 |
31.03% 480th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
3.73% 83rd/2227 |
5.84% 142nd/2430 |
3.29% 94th/2853 |
2.23% 62nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
3.98% 117th/2937 |
4.16% 145th/3483 |
2.90% 102nd/3518 |
3.73% 151st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
10.77% 397th/3685 |
13.14% 588th/4475 |
6.01% 312th/5194 |
12.84% 811th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.58% 1676th/4582 |
47.58% 2457th/5164 |
19.99% 1462nd/7313 |
43.24% 3227th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
77.72% 5302nd/6822 |
78.59% 4932nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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 in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Wyoming across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West 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, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1807th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1930th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4682nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14393rd out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5908th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 868th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 96th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 125th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 444th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1838th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4041st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.