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Terrence vs Milton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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Milton

Boy #1,429 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mill town, settlement by the mill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,429
Total SSA Count
128
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Terrence Rank #1,525
Milton Rank #1,429

Milton is more popular, ranked #1429 vs #1525 for Terrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terrence or Milton more popular?

Milton is more popular, ranked #1429 compared to Terrence at #1525 in the United States.

What do Terrence and Milton mean?

Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin). Milton means "mill town, settlement by the mill" (Old English origin).

Are Terrence and Milton boy or girl names?

Terrence is primarily a boy name. Milton is primarily a boy name.

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