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Terrence vs Kent

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kent

Boy #1,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coastal land, border land"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,636
Total SSA Count
104
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Terrence Rank #1,525
Kent Rank #1,636

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 vs #1636 for Kent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terrence or Kent more popular?

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 compared to Kent at #1636 in the United States.

What do Terrence and Kent mean?

Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin). Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin).

Are Terrence and Kent boy or girl names?

Terrence is primarily a boy name. Kent is primarily a boy name.

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