| Meaning | moderation, self-restraint |
| Origin | Latin |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 10 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Tem-per-ance |
Temperance is an elegant and timeless name with Latin origins that exudes grace and self-control. Choosing Temperance for your baby girl would bestow upon her a name rich in meaning and virtue. The name Temperance has deep historical roots, harkening back to strong women who embodied self-discipline and moderation throughout the ages.
With its association with positive attributes like restraint and calmness, Temperance offers a unique and classic option for modern parents seeking a name that stands out from the crowd. Its variations in different languages add to its allure and global appeal.
Nicknames like Tempy or Terry can add a touch of familiarity to the formal name while allowing your daughter to assert her individuality. Famous real-life and fictional figures who share the name Temperance showcase its adaptability and enduring charm. Naming your baby girl Temperance would undoubtedly bestow upon her a name imbued with poise and strength that will serve as an inspiration throughout her life.
| Temperanza |
| Temperança |
| Temperancia |
| Tempérance |
| Tempe |
| Tempy |
| Perry |
| Perri |
| Temperance Flowerdew | Early American settler in the Jamestown colony |
| Temperance Lloyd | One of the women accused in the Salem witch trials |
| Temperance Pattinson | English artist and social activist |
| Temperance Williams | African-American educator and suffragist |
| Temperance Lancecouncil | Canadian track and field athlete |
| Temperance Rowell | Australian opera singer |
| Temperance Morgan | American actress and dancer |
| Temperance Dobbs | Irish actress and playwright |
| Temperance Patterson | Canadian politician and women's rights advocate |
| Temperance Brennan | From the TV show "Bones" |
| Temperance Makoi | From the book "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern |
| Temperance Peabody | From the book series "An Abundance of Katherines" by John Green |
| Temperance "Bones" Waite | From the comic book series "Love and Rockets" |
| Temperance O'Neil | From the novel "Dancing on Broken Glass" by Ka Hancock |
| Temperance Adams | From the TV show "Alphas" |
| Temperance Jones | From the movie "The Temptations" |
| Temperance Flowerdew | From the video game "Assassin's Creed - Rogue" |
| Temperance Kipp | From the movie "The Vow" |
| Temperance Barrows | From the TV show "Carnivàle" |