Male Name
Terrence
ˈtɛɹ.əns
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
A Song of Ice and Fire characters
black history
currently out of the US top 1000
directors
Frasier characters
Lana Del Rey songs
Little Rock Nine
Lucius characters
The Sopranos characters
Totally Spies characters
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
70/100
classic100%
mature100%
formal100%
upper class100%
natural65%
wholesome100%
strong120%
refined80%
serious80%
Meaning & Etymology
Terence is a masculine given name, derived from the Latin name Terentius. The name has several spelling variants, including Terrence, Terrance, Terance, and Torrance (in Scotland). The diminutive form of the name is Terry. The name Terence is often associated with individuals of historical and cultural significance, and it has been used across various periods and regions.
Etymology
Original Form:
Terentius
Evolution:
The name Terence evolved from the Latin name Terentius, with spelling variations such as Terrence, Terrance, Terance, and Torrance emerging over time.
Source:
Latin