Girl
Temperance
moderation, self-restraint
About Temperance
This virtue name carries profound meaning and uncommon beauty, representing self-control, moderation, and balanced judgment. It's a choice that reflects parental values and hopes for their daughter's character development. The name possesses a distinctive, almost literary quality that sets it apart from typical selections. While undeniably unique, it offers practical nickname options for everyday use, providing flexibility as your daughter navigates different social contexts. The strong consonants give it backbone and presence, preventing it from feeling too soft or precious. This selection works wonderfully for families who appreciate names with substance and story, names that provoke thought and conversation. It carries historical weight from various cultural contexts, adding layers of richness. The name suits a thoughtful, introspective personality while also challenging its bearer to live up to its meaningful implications. For parents seeking something truly different that still maintains classical roots and philosophical depth, this represents a courageous and meaningful choice that celebrates inner strength and wisdom.
Popularity of the Name Temperance
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 2011 | #944 |
| 2012 | #836 |
| 2013 | #891 |
| 2014 | #851 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Temperance
- Temperanza
- Temperança
- Temperancia
- Tempérance
Names Similar to Temperance
Nicknames for Temperance
- Tempe
- Tempy
- Perry
- Perri
Famous People Named Temperance
| 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 |
Characters Named Temperance
| 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" |