Holding steady.
Popularity of Terrilynn since 1946
Babies named Terrilynn per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1961, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Terrilynn's real moment was 1967.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 8 |
| 1950s | 81 |
| 1960s | 164 |
| 1970s | 79 |
| 1980s | 52 |
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 17 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Terrilynn is a compound name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1946, during the post-war baby boom. It reached its peak in 1967, reflecting the mid-century trend of creating new names by blending popular elements like Terry and Lynn. However, the name has maintained a stable trajectory of very low usage since then, never ranking in the top 1,000 as of the latest data in 2025. The combination of Terry and Lynn gives it a familiar yet distinctive quality, appealing to parents seeking a name that feels both classic and unique. While not common in any particular state, Terrilynn remains a notable example of the creative naming practices of the 1960s.
Terrilynn is a compound name formed from Terry and Lynn. Terry is a diminutive of Teresa or Terence, while Lynn is of Welsh origin meaning 'lake' or 'pool'. As a combined name, it likely emerged in the mid-20th century as part of the trend of pairing popular elements to create new feminine names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Terri, Lynn
Variants: Terilynn, Terri-Lynn
Sibling names for Terrilynn
Names that share Terrilynn's style, for a brother or sister.
