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Terrence vs Sidney

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sidney

Boy #1,374 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Saint Denis"

Origin: Anglo-Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,374
Total SSA Count
137
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Terrence Rank #1,525
Sidney Rank #1,374

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 vs #1525 for Terrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terrence or Sidney more popular?

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 compared to Terrence at #1525 in the United States.

What do Terrence and Sidney mean?

Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin). Sidney means "from Saint Denis" (Anglo-Norman French origin).

Are Terrence and Sidney boy or girl names?

Terrence is primarily a boy name. Sidney is primarily a boy name.

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