Terri Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationTER-ee / ˈtɛriEnglish; Latin
Meaning
English: Earth; Latin: Late Latin diminutive of Teresa
Historical & Cultural Background
Terri is often considered a diminutive of the name Teresa, which has roots in the Latin name Theresia. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century. It is commonly used as a standalone name as well as a nickname. The name is associated with various cultural figures and has been embraced in different forms across various languages.
Trend Summary
Terri saw a peak in popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Terry
- Teri
International Variants
- Teresa (Spanish)
- Terese (Swedish)
- Teresa (Italian)
Famous people named Terri
Terri Irwin is an Australian conservationist and television personality known for her work with wildlife and as the widow of Steve Irwin.
Terri Nunn is an American singer and actress, best known as the lead vocalist of the band Berlin.
Terri Clark is a Canadian country music artist who has achieved significant success in the music industry.
Terri Schiavo was a woman whose legal case regarding her right to die became a significant national news story in the United States.
Fictional characters named Terri
Terri is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for her quirky personality.
Terri is a character in the video game series 'Animal Crossing,' where she is depicted as a friendly villager.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Terri was first seen in the United States in 1922. Terri has ranked as high as #93 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Terri has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Terri (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1927 | 13 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 17 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 16 |
| 1937 | 19 |
| 1938 | 29 |
| 1939 | 41 |
| 1940 | 51 |
| 1941 | 62 |
| 1942 | 143 |
| 1943 | 189 |
| 1944 | 242 |
| 1945 | 389 |
| 1946 | 510 |
| 1947 | 780 |
| 1948 | 849 |
| 1949 | 938 |
| 1950 | 1,106 |
| 1951 | 1,563 |
| 1952 | 2,071 |
| 1953 | 2,725 |
| 1954 | 4,130 |
| 1955 | 5,153 |
| 1956 | 5,744 |
| 1957 | 6,972 |
| 1958 | 8,184 |
| 1959 | 8,783 |
| 1960 | 8,742 |
| 1961 | 8,730 |
| 1962 | 8,432 |
| 1963 | 7,705 |
| 1964 | 7,142 |
| 1965 | 5,375 |
| 1966 | 4,920 |
| 1967 | 4,523 |
| 1968 | 4,267 |
| 1969 | 3,902 |
| 1970 | 3,402 |
| 1971 | 3,166 |
| 1972 | 2,496 |
| 1973 | 2,088 |
| 1974 | 1,828 |
| 1975 | 1,601 |
| 1976 | 1,388 |
| 1977 | 1,390 |
| 1978 | 1,116 |
| 1979 | 1,128 |
| 1980 | 1,068 |
| 1981 | 1,066 |
| 1982 | 1,091 |
| 1983 | 906 |
| 1984 | 796 |
| 1985 | 711 |
| 1986 | 630 |
| 1987 | 541 |
| 1988 | 480 |
| 1989 | 438 |
| 1990 | 426 |
| 1991 | 369 |
| 1992 | 305 |
| 1993 | 278 |
| 1994 | 256 |
| 1995 | 214 |
| 1996 | 229 |
| 1997 | 200 |
| 1998 | 176 |
| 1999 | 178 |
| 2000 | 136 |
| 2001 | 129 |
| 2002 | 144 |
| 2003 | 131 |
| 2004 | 96 |
| 2005 | 90 |
| 2006 | 88 |
| 2007 | 80 |
| 2008 | 64 |
| 2009 | 50 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2011 | 44 |
| 2012 | 51 |
| 2013 | 40 |
| 2014 | 51 |
| 2015 | 42 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 44 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 45 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 26 |