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Jet vs Terry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jet

Boy #1,354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"black gemstone (fossilized wood)"

Origin: Old French/Greek

Cultural Roots

English Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,354
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jet Rank #1,354
Terry Rank #1,187

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 vs #1354 for Jet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jet or Terry more popular?

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 compared to Jet at #1354 in the United States.

What do Jet and Terry mean?

Jet means "black gemstone (fossilized wood)" (Old French/Greek origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Jet and Terry boy or girl names?

Jet is primarily a boy name. Terry is primarily a boy name.

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