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  TERRENCE

The meaning of the unisex name Terrence is ROMAN CLAN NAME..

Details on TERRENCE:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Roman clan name
Popularity for Boy:
3,259th in the USA (top 10%)
Popularity for Girl:
17,987th in the USA (bottom 25%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

116 births
TERRENCE as a BOY in 2024
7 births
TERRENCE as a GIRL in 1992

The meaning(s) of TERRENCE:

The name Terrence is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Terrence is: Tender.
Irish meaning
The name Terrence is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Terrence is: Tender.
American meaning
The name Terrence is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Terrence is: Roman clan name.
English meaning
The name Terrence is a Norse baby name. In Norse the meaning of the name Terrence is: Like Thor (Thor was the head of the Norse pantheon and god of thunder).
Norse meaning
The name Terrence is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Terrence is: From the knolls.
Gaelic meaning
The name Terrence is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Terrence is: Smooth; Roman clan name.
Latin meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for TERRENCE:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name TERRENCE

 TERRENCE as a boy

YearBoy Births
2024116 births
2023134 births
2022151 births
2021148 births
2020173 births
2019184 births
2018217 births
2017261 births
2016270 births
2015277 births
2014329 births
2013329 births
2012338 births
2011362 births
2010426 births
2009456 births

 TERRENCE as a girl

YearGirl Births
19927 births
19918 births
19908 births
19898 births
19888 births
198716 births
198620 births
19858 births
198411 births
198314 births
198210 births
198114 births
19809 births
197914 births
197821 births
197718 births

About the name TERRENCE

Terrence, a name steeped in history and warmth, derives from the Latin name "Terentius," which means "tender" or "refined." This gentle connotation paints a portrait of a nurturing spirit, one who embodies grace and sensitivity. Popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and Ireland, Terrence has also found a loving embrace in places like France, where it takes on a slightly different flair as "Terence." The name carries with it a sense of strength and reliability, often associated with leadership and wisdom, making it a thoughtful choice for parents seeking a name that resonates with both softness and strength. In the cultural tapestry of its usage, Terrence evokes images of rolling green hills in Ireland, bustling city streets in the U.S., and quaint cafés in France, symbolizing a bridge between the past and the present. Whether the bearer of the name becomes a gentle guide or a steadfast friend, Terrence holds within it the promise of a life lived with intention and kindness.

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