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Terry 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

Terry Rank #1,187
Sidney Rank #1,374

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 vs #1374 for Sidney.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terry or Sidney more popular?

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 compared to Sidney at #1374 in the United States.

What do Terry and Sidney mean?

Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin). Sidney means "from Saint Denis" (Anglo-Norman French origin).

Are Terry and Sidney boy or girl names?

Terry is primarily a boy name. Sidney is primarily a boy name.

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