Brendan vs Terry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brendan

Boy #1,013 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prince, chieftain"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,013
Total SSA Count
221
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Terry

Boy #1,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"power of the tribe"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,187
Total SSA Count
174
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brendan Rank #1,013
Terry Rank #1,187

Brendan is more popular, ranked #1013 vs #1187 for Terry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brendan or Terry more popular?

Brendan is more popular, ranked #1013 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Brendan and Terry mean?

Brendan means "prince, chieftain" (Celtic origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Brendan and Terry boy or girl names?

Brendan is primarily a boy name. Terry is primarily a boy name.

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