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Terry vs Jet

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Terry

Boy #1,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"power of the tribe"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,187
Total SSA Count
174
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Jet

Boy #1,354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"black gemstone (fossilized wood)"

Origin: Old French/Greek

Cultural Roots

English Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,354
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Terry Rank #1,187
Jet Rank #1,354

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 vs #1354 for Jet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terry or Jet more popular?

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 compared to Jet at #1354 in the United States.

What do Terry and Jet mean?

Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin). Jet means "black gemstone (fossilized wood)" (Old French/Greek origin).

Are Terry and Jet boy or girl names?

Terry is primarily a boy name. Jet is primarily a boy name.

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