Tom vs Terence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tom

Boy #2,829 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"twin"

Origin: Aramaic

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Boy #2,926 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"smooth, tender"

Origin: Latin/Oscan

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Tom Rank #2,829

Terence Rank #2,926

Tom is more popular, ranked #2829 vs #2926 for Terence.

Is Tom or Terence more popular?

Tom is more popular, ranked #2829 compared to Terence at #2926 in the United States.

What do Tom and Terence mean?

Tom means "twin" (Aramaic origin). Terence means "smooth, tender" (Latin/Oscan origin).

Are Tom and Terence boy or girl names?

Tom is primarily a boy name. Terence is primarily a boy name.