Terence
Meaning: Path, track, brave
Origin: English/French
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #196
Total births: 1,416
History: Terence peaked in the 1960s in Australia. The name has a composed, intellectual character. Terence represents the generation of Australian men who valued education and formality.
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| Current rank (1964) | #98 |
| Babies named Terence in 1964 | 60 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,416 |
| Peak year | 1953 (179 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #48 |
| Years in records | 1952–1964 (13 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 16 spots |
Frequently asked about Terence
What does the name Terence mean?
Terence means “Path, track, brave” from English/French roots.
What is the origin of the name Terence?
Terence has English/French origin. The traditional meaning is “Path, track, brave”.
How popular is Terence in Australia?
Terence ranked #98 in Australia in 1964 — given to 60 babies that year.
When was Terence most popular?
Terence peaked in 1953 with 179 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Terence a boy or girl name?
Terence is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Terences in registered births are male.
Is the name Terence rising or falling in popularity?
Terence has fallen 16 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #82 in 1959 to #98 in 1964.
How long has Terence been recorded in Australia?
Terence appears in birth records in Australia across 13 years — from 1952 through 1964.