Terence vs Penn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Penn

Boy #2,952 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hill, headland, enclosure"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,952
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Terence Rank #2,926
Penn Rank #2,952

Terence is more popular, ranked #2926 vs #2952 for Penn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terence or Penn more popular?

Terence is more popular, ranked #2926 compared to Penn at #2952 in the United States.

What do Terence and Penn mean?

Terence means "smooth, tender" (Latin/Oscan origin). Penn means "hill, headland, enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Terence and Penn boy or girl names?

Terence is primarily a boy name. Penn is primarily a boy name.

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