Braden vs Terry

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
Nicknames
Ter

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Braden Rank #1,250
Terry Rank #1,187

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 vs #1250 for Braden.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Braden ___

  • Braden James
  • Braden Lee
  • Braden Scott
  • Braden Michael
  • Braden Cole
  • Braden Thomas

Terry ___

  • Terry James
  • Terry Michael
  • Terry Lee
  • Terry Wayne
  • Terry Allen
  • Terry Ray

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Braden

Caden Logan Riley Hayden Parker

If you choose Terry

Jerry Bobby Jimmy Carrie Debbie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Braden or Terry more popular?

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 compared to Braden at #1250 in the United States.

What do Braden and Terry mean?

Braden means "salmon" (Irish Gaelic origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Braden and Terry boy or girl names?

Braden is primarily a boy name. Terry is primarily a boy name.

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