Terrell vs Clifford

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Terrell

Boy #1,495 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"thunder ruler, powerful"

Origin: Old French / Germanic

Cultural Roots

American African American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,495
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Terrell Rank #1,495
Clifford Rank #1,343

Clifford is more popular, ranked #1343 vs #1495 for Terrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terrell or Clifford more popular?

Clifford is more popular, ranked #1343 compared to Terrell at #1495 in the United States.

What do Terrell and Clifford mean?

Terrell means "thunder ruler, powerful" (Old French / Germanic origin). Clifford means "dweller by the cliff ford" (Old English origin).

Are Terrell and Clifford boy or girl names?

Terrell is primarily a boy name. Clifford is primarily a boy name.

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