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Ferry vs Terry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ferry

Boy #32,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave journey"

Origin: Germanic/Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch Frisian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,658
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ferry Rank #32,658
Terry Rank #1,187

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 vs #32658 for Ferry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ferry or Terry more popular?

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 compared to Ferry at #32658 in the United States.

What do Ferry and Terry mean?

Ferry means "brave journey" (Germanic/Dutch origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Ferry and Terry boy or girl names?

Ferry is primarily a boy name. Terry is primarily a boy name.

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