Tercel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTER-sel / /ˈtɜːr.səl/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: a type of hawk; English: derived from the word for a small falcon
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tercel is derived from the Latin word 'tertius', meaning 'third', which is often associated with the male offspring of birds of prey. In falconry, a tercel refers specifically to a male falcon, particularly the peregrine falcon. The name has been used in English-speaking countries, primarily in relation to its avian connotation.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tercel was first seen in the United States in 1986. Tercel has ranked as high as #1159 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tercel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1986 | 7 |
1989 | 5 |