Terris
Pronunciation: [ t-EHR-ihs ]
Terris is a boy baby name. Ranked #16,196 in the US, popular nicknames include Ter, Tey, and Terie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Terris first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 806 babies have been named Terris in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Terris is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,196 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,196
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Terris is also used as a girl name, ranked #36568.
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About the Name Terris
Terris is a boy name .
Is Terris a boy or girl name? Terris is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #16,196 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #36,568. Terris is more commonly used as a boy name.
Terris is currently ranked #16,196 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Terris include Ter, Tey, Terie, and Terrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Terris include Terry, Terrance, Terrell, Terrence . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis