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Glenn vs Terrence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glenn

Boy #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,366
Total SSA Count
138
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Terrence

Boy #1,525 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from the Roman gens Terentia"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Irish African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,525
Total SSA Count
116
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Glenn Rank #1,366
Terrence Rank #1,525

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 vs #1525 for Terrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glenn or Terrence more popular?

Glenn is more popular, ranked #1366 compared to Terrence at #1525 in the United States.

What do Glenn and Terrence mean?

Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin).

Are Glenn and Terrence boy or girl names?

Glenn is primarily a boy name. Terrence is primarily a boy name.

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