Terrance
Terrance is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Unknown classical Roman family name; possibly connected to 'tender' or 'rub/thresh'.
Origin and history
Terrance is an English spelling variant of Terence, derived from the ancient Roman family name Terentius. It enjoyed widespread popularity in the United States throughout the mid-to-late 20th century. Although its usage has declined in recent years, it remains a familiar traditional masculine name.
Popularity in the United States
70,170 babies in the United States have been named Terrance since 1880. It ranks #407 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1070.
States where it is most popular
- IL (7.3 %)
- NY (6.7 %)
- MI (6.5 %)
- CA (5.9 %)
- TX (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 127 |
| 1920-1930 | 289 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,120 |
| 1940-1950 | 5,457 |
| 1950-1960 | 9,834 |
| 1960-1970 | 9,059 |
| 1970-1980 | 11,884 |
| 1980-1990 | 12,570 |
| 1990-2000 | 9,547 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,646 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,607 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,025 |
Famous people named Terrance
- Terrance Howard: Actor, Musician
- Terrance Knighton: Athlete, Coach
- Terrance Williams: Athlete
Nicknames
Terry, Tel
Fun facts
- The original Latin family name Terentius was borne by the famous Roman playwright Terence.
- The 'a' spelling (Terrance) developed as a popular variant alongside the classic 'e' spelling (Terence).