Terence Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTER-ens / /ˈtɛr.əns/Latin; Irish
Meaning
Latin: 'to be tender'; Irish: 'from the territory of Tara'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Terence is derived from the Latin name Terentius, which was a Roman family name. It became popular in the English-speaking world in the 16th century, largely due to the influence of the Roman playwright Terence. In Ireland, Terence is often associated with the Gaelic name Tadhg, which has similar phonetic qualities. The name has been borne by various notable figures throughout history, contributing to its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
The name Terence has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Terrence
- Terry
International Variants
- Terencio (Spanish)
- Terence (French)
- Terêncio (Portuguese)
Famous people named Terence
Terence Hill is an Italian actor known for his roles in spaghetti westerns and action films.
Terence McKenna was an American ethnobotanist and advocate for the use of psychedelic substances.
Terence Tao is an Australian mathematician recognized for his work in various fields of mathematics.
Terence Stamp is a British actor known for his performances in films such as 'The Collector' and 'Superman'.
Fictional characters named Terence
Terence is a character in the children's television series 'Thomas & Friends', known for being a friendly snowplow.
Terence Fletcher is a character in the film 'Whiplash', portrayed as a demanding music instructor.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Terence was first seen in the United States in 1885. Terence has ranked as high as #493 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Terence has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Terence (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 9 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 9 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 19 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 19 |
| 1915 | 20 |
| 1916 | 22 |
| 1917 | 26 |
| 1918 | 22 |
| 1919 | 26 |
| 1920 | 46 |
| 1921 | 68 |
| 1922 | 42 |
| 1923 | 38 |
| 1924 | 37 |
| 1925 | 28 |
| 1926 | 31 |
| 1927 | 39 |
| 1928 | 33 |
| 1929 | 51 |
| 1930 | 44 |
| 1931 | 48 |
| 1932 | 74 |
| 1933 | 63 |
| 1934 | 66 |
| 1935 | 97 |
| 1936 | 108 |
| 1937 | 120 |
| 1938 | 126 |
| 1939 | 120 |
| 1940 | 136 |
| 1941 | 171 |
| 1942 | 203 |
| 1943 | 264 |
| 1944 | 212 |
| 1945 | 243 |
| 1946 | 349 |
| 1947 | 436 |
| 1948 | 402 |
| 1949 | 390 |
| 1950 | 447 |
| 1951 | 405 |
| 1952 | 445 |
| 1953 | 478 |
| 1954 | 661 |
| 1955 | 767 |
| 1956 | 887 |
| 1957 | 795 |
| 1958 | 715 |
| 1959 | 740 |
| 1960 | 754 |
| 1961 | 729 |
| 1962 | 747 |
| 1963 | 809 |
| 1964 | 1,015 |
| 1965 | 768 |
| 1966 | 805 |
| 1967 | 766 |
| 1968 | 786 |
| 1969 | 624 |
| 1970 | 595 |
| 1971 | 539 |
| 1972 | 529 |
| 1973 | 502 |
| 1974 | 485 |
| 1975 | 480 |
| 1976 | 421 |
| 1977 | 425 |
| 1978 | 406 |
| 1979 | 380 |
| 1980 | 395 |
| 1981 | 413 |
| 1982 | 479 |
| 1983 | 524 |
| 1984 | 551 |
| 1985 | 549 |
| 1986 | 503 |
| 1987 | 481 |
| 1988 | 595 |
| 1989 | 572 |
| 1990 | 482 |
| 1991 | 425 |
| 1992 | 437 |
| 1993 | 358 |
| 1994 | 343 |
| 1995 | 289 |
| 1996 | 247 |
| 1997 | 172 |
| 1998 | 204 |
| 1999 | 223 |
| 2000 | 202 |
| 2001 | 164 |
| 2002 | 148 |
| 2003 | 177 |
| 2004 | 136 |
| 2005 | 122 |
| 2006 | 138 |
| 2007 | 145 |
| 2008 | 130 |
| 2009 | 129 |
| 2010 | 143 |
| 2011 | 127 |
| 2012 | 135 |
| 2013 | 116 |
| 2014 | 111 |
| 2015 | 101 |
| 2016 | 97 |
| 2017 | 81 |
| 2018 | 70 |
| 2019 | 77 |
| 2020 | 59 |
| 2021 | 56 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 43 |