Terry
boy name#1115 in 2025Terry entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #26 in 1946, ranks #1115 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1115
rank today
#26
peak (1946)
192
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #594 |
| 1890s | #645 |
| 1900s | #545 |
| 1910s | #586 |
| 1920s | #484 |
| 1930s | #185 |
| 1940s | #42 |
| 1950s | #30 |
| 1960s | #39 |
| 1970s | #72 |
| 1980s | #121 |
| 1990s | #238 |
| 2000s | #418 |
| 2010s | #640 |
| 2020s | #1050 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Terry has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 313,000 people named Terry are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Terry alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Terry in 2025?
- Terry ranks #1115 among US boy names in 2025, with 192 babies given the name.
- When was the name Terry most popular?
- Terry peaked in 1946, reaching #26 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Terry with classmates?
- Terry will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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