Terril
Terril is a boy baby name. Ranked #42,490 in the US, popular nicknames include Ter, Tey, and Terie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Terril first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 378 babies have been named Terril in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Terril is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #42,490 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #42,490
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Terril is also used as a girl name, ranked #23400.
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About the Name Terril
Terril is a boy name .
Is Terril a boy or girl name? Terril is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #42,490 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #23,400. Terril is more commonly used as a girl name.
Terril is currently ranked #42,490 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Terril include Ter, Tey, Terie, and Terrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Terril include Terry, Terrance, Terrell, Terrence . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis