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Denzel vs Terry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Denzel

Boy #1,036 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"high stronghold, fort on the headland"

Origin: Cornish

Cultural Roots

African-American American Cornish/English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,036
Total SSA Count
215
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Denzel Rank #1,036
Terry Rank #1,187

Denzel is more popular, ranked #1036 vs #1187 for Terry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denzel or Terry more popular?

Denzel is more popular, ranked #1036 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Denzel and Terry mean?

Denzel means "high stronghold, fort on the headland" (Cornish origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Denzel and Terry boy or girl names?

Denzel is primarily a boy name. Terry is primarily a boy name.

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