Terrence
boy name#1585 in 2025Terrence entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #176 in 1950, ranks #1585 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1886–2025
#1585
rank today
#176
peak (1950)
107
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #742 |
| 1890s | #859 |
| 1900s | #1224 |
| 1910s | #1266 |
| 1920s | #902 |
| 1930s | #490 |
| 1940s | #220 |
| 1950s | #199 |
| 1960s | #226 |
| 1970s | #197 |
| 1980s | #226 |
| 1990s | #347 |
| 2000s | #557 |
| 2010s | #789 |
| 2020s | #1363 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Terrence has been most popular in FL, CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 59,000 people named Terrence are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Terrence alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Terrence in 2025?
- Terrence ranks #1585 among US boy names in 2025, with 107 babies given the name.
- When was the name Terrence most popular?
- Terrence peaked in 1950, reaching #176 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Terrence with classmates?
- Terrence will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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