| Meaning | smooth, tender |
| Origin | English, Latin, Roman |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ter-rence |
Terrence is a distinguished and timeless name of Latin origin, rooted in history and meaning "tender," "gracious," or "good." This classic moniker carries a sense of warmth and kindness, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a strong and endearing name for their baby boy.
With variations such as Terence and Terenzio, Terrence offers versatility while retaining its inherent charm. Common nicknames like Terry or Terri provide an affectionate and friendly appeal.
Throughout history, numerous accomplished individuals have borne the name Terrence, including prominent actors, athletes, and creative minds. Additionally, Terrence has found its way into fictional realms, adding depth to characters in various movies, TV shows, and video games.
For expectant parents seeking a name that exudes both strength and gentleness, Terrence is a wonderful choice with a rich heritage and a promising future.
| Terence |
| Terentius |
| Terenzio |
| Terenti |
| Thomas |
| Timothy |
| Theodore |
| Travis |
| Tyler |
| Trevor |
| Tristan |
| Troy |
| Thaddeus |
| Terrance |
| Tucker |
| Tobias |
| Terry |
| Ren |
| T |
| Tez |
| Terrence Howard | American actor and singer |
| Terrence Malick | American film director |
| Terrence Ross | American basketball player |
| Terrence Mann | American actor and singer |
| Terrence Pegula | American businessman and sports team owner |
| Terrence Cody | American football player |
| Terrence Jones | American basketball player |
| Terrence Williams | American basketball player |
| Terrence Roberts | Canadian basketball player |
| Terrence Trammell | American track and field athlete |
| Terrence McGee | American football player |
| Terrence McGovern | American voice actor |
| Terrence C. Carson | American actor |
| Terrence Deyalsingh | Trinidadian politician |
| Terrence McNally | American playwright |
| Terrence Pegula | American businessman and sports team owner |
| Terrence Boyd | American soccer player |
| Terrence Clarke | American basketball player - deceased |
| Terrence Romeo | Filipino basketball player |
| Terrence Drisdom | American basketball player |
| Terrence Fletcher | From the movie "Whiplash" |
| Terrence Mackleby | From the film "The Man Who Wasn't There" |
| Terrence McQuewick | From the TV show "Archer" |
| Terrence "Terry" Jeffords | From the TV show "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" |
| Terrence Hood | From the video game series "Halo" |
| Terrence Lewis | From the movie "Best in Show" |
| Terrence Bly | From the video game "SSX Tricky" |
| Terrence Brooks | From the TV show "Las Vegas" |
| Terrence "T-Dog" Douglas | From the TV show "The Walking Dead" |
| Terrence "TJ" Jefferson | From the TV show "Smart Guy" |
| Terrence "TJ" Ashford | From the soap opera "General Hospital" |
| Terrence "Terry" Bellefleur | From the TV show "True Blood" |
| Terrence "Terry" McGinnis | From the animated series "Batman Beyond" |
| Terrence "T-Dog" | From the video game "Saints Row" |
| Terrence "TJ" Jordan | From the TV show "Moesha" |
| Terrence "Terry" Perry | From the movie "Rebound" |
| Terrence "TJ" Taylor | From the TV show "Power Rangers Turbo" |
| Terrence "Terry" Chapman | From the movie "Flight of the Navigator" |
| Terrence "Terry" Tate | From the Reebok commercial series |
| Terrence "Terry" Kimble | From the movie "Malibu's Most Wanted" |