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Terry vs Jethro

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jethro

Boy #1,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"his excellence, his preeminence"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,082
Total SSA Count
201
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Terry Rank #1,187
Jethro Rank #1,082

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 vs #1187 for Terry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terry or Jethro more popular?

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Terry and Jethro mean?

Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin). Jethro means "his excellence, his preeminence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Terry and Jethro boy or girl names?

Terry is primarily a boy name. Jethro is primarily a boy name.

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