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Terry vs Larry

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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Larry

Boy #1,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crowned with laurels, victorious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American British Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,070
Total SSA Count
204
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Terry Rank #1,187
Larry Rank #1,070

Larry is more popular, ranked #1070 vs #1187 for Terry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terry or Larry more popular?

Larry is more popular, ranked #1070 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Terry and Larry mean?

Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin). Larry means "crowned with laurels, victorious" (Latin origin).

Are Terry and Larry boy or girl names?

Terry is primarily a boy name. Larry is primarily a boy name.

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