Harris vs Terry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harris

Boy #1,322 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Harry, home ruler"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,322
Total SSA Count
147
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

Harris Rank #1,322
Terry Rank #1,187

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 vs #1322 for Harris.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harris or Terry more popular?

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 compared to Harris at #1322 in the United States.

What do Harris and Terry mean?

Harris means "son of Harry, home ruler" (English origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Harris and Terry boy or girl names?

Harris is primarily a boy name. Terry is primarily a boy name.

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