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Terri

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Pronounced TAIR-ee /ˈtɛr.i/High

Meaning: -i pet form of Teresa/Theresa — possibly from Greek therizo, 'to harvest', or 'from the island of Therasia'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Friendly and vintage: Terri pets Teresa — possibly 'harvester'. Sunny, retro, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin MediumGreek
Meaning-i pet form of Teresa/Theresa — possibly from Greek therizo, 'to harvest', or 'from the island of Therasia'; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#6303 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births19 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1959
Total births (all-time)≈ 146,114

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 195919222025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Terri is an -i pet form of Teresa/Theresa — whose meaning is uncertain, possibly from Greek therizo, 'to harvest', or 'from the island of Therasia' (routes layered, which we note). A sunny, vintage, friendly name, used for both sexes, here for girls.

It registers thinly today. Rare now, harvester at the (possible) root, and sunny.

Did you know? Teresa's meaning is uncertain — possibly Greek 'to harvest' or 'from Therasia' — Terri is its sunny, retro pet form, used for both sexes.
Overall data confidence 65%
Behind the Name — Theresa — routes layered

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Terri mean?

Terri pets Teresa — possibly Greek 'to harvest' or 'from Therasia'; the meaning is uncertain.

How do you pronounce Terri?

It's said TAIR-ee /ˈtɛr.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Terri a boy or girl name?

Terri is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Terri?

Terri is a rare name in the U.S. today.

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