Terry ... Terry is a unisex diminutive nickname for the given names Teresa or Theresa (feminine) or Terence, Terrance (masculine).

Terry as a boys' name (also used less generally as girls' name Terry) is pronounced TARE-ee. It is of Old German origin, and the meaning of Terry is "people's ruler".

Oct 31, 2025 · When a class was boring, he doodled intricate maps of imaginary lands. A male given name from Latin derived from the Latin for the third ("tertius") given to a third child or a child whose …

3 days ago · Wales legend Terry Yorath, father to Gabby Logan, dies aged 75 The legendary midfielder, father to BBC presenter Gabby Logan, won the First Division title with Leeds in 1974

The meaning of TERRY is the loop forming the pile in uncut pile fabrics.

3 days ago · Former Leeds and Wales midfielder Terry Yorath has died at the age of 75 following a short illness. Yorath’s death was announced in a statement by his family to British media.

3 days ago · Terry Yorath has passed away aged 75 after a short illness, his family have confirmed; the Cardiff-born player won the First Division with Leeds under Don Revie and also had spells with …

2 days ago · Terry emerged as a diminutive of Terence which derived from a Roman family name of uncertain meaning. Possibilities however include "soft" or "one who threshes".

Jan 4, 2026 · Terry is a strong name with roots in Greek origin, meaning "reaper." It carries a straightforward and powerful meaning that reflects hard work and purpose. The name Terry has …

Find out the popularity of the first name Terry, what it means and the history of how Terry came to be.