Bray vs Terence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bray

Boy #2,828 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hill, marshland"

Origin: Old French/English

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,828
Total SSA Count
46
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Bray Rank #2,828
Terence Rank #2,926

Bray is more popular, ranked #2828 vs #2926 for Terence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bray ___

  • Bray James
  • Bray Thomas
  • Bray Lee
  • Bray Alexander
  • Bray Elliott
  • Bray Owen

Terence ___

  • Terence James
  • Terence Patrick
  • Terence Michael
  • Terence William
  • Terence Joseph
  • Terence Anthony

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bray

Grey Finn Quinn Blake Sloane

If you choose Terence

Lawrence Colin Brendan Maureen Patricia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bray or Terence more popular?

Bray is more popular, ranked #2828 compared to Terence at #2926 in the United States.

What do Bray and Terence mean?

Bray means "hill, marshland" (Old French/English origin). Terence means "smooth, tender" (Latin/Oscan origin).

Are Bray and Terence boy or girl names?

Bray is primarily a boy name. Terence is primarily a boy name.

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