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Terry vs Mike

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mike

Boy #1,011 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God-like"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,011
Total SSA Count
221
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Terry Rank #1,187
Mike Rank #1,011

Mike is more popular, ranked #1011 vs #1187 for Terry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terry or Mike more popular?

Mike is more popular, ranked #1011 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Terry and Mike mean?

Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin). Mike means "God-like" (Hebrew origin).

Are Terry and Mike boy or girl names?

Terry is primarily a boy name. Mike is primarily a boy name.

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