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Rush vs Terrence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rush

Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,496
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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

Rush Rank #1,496
Terrence Rank #1,525

Rush is more popular, ranked #1496 vs #1525 for Terrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rush or Terrence more popular?

Rush is more popular, ranked #1496 compared to Terrence at #1525 in the United States.

What do Rush and Terrence mean?

Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin). Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin).

Are Rush and Terrence boy or girl names?

Rush is primarily a boy name. Terrence is primarily a boy name.

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