Declining since 1997.
Popularity of Terrin since 1959
Babies named Terrin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 | 7 |
| 1970s | 5 | 36 |
| 1980s | 159 | 93 |
| 1990s | 131 | 203 |
| 2000s | 73 | 154 |
| 2010s | 20 | 75 |
| 2020s | 0 | 8 |
Meaning & origin
Terrin is a modern, unisex name with a sound that feels familiar yet distinct. First recorded in 1969, it saw its greatest popularity in the 1990s, peaking in 1996. Since 1997, its usage has been declining. Although it has never broken into the top 1000 names nationally, it appeals to parents seeking a name that is simple, contemporary, and gender-neutral. The name may be a variant of Terrence or a creative respelling, but its exact origin remains uncertain. Its modest use across the decades reflects a preference for names that are recognizable without being common.
Terrin appears to be a modern coinage, likely influenced by names like Terrence (from the Roman family name Terentius) or Terry (a diminutive of Terrence). It gained limited use in the United States from the late 1960s onward, peaking in the 1990s. Its precise derivation is not established, and it may be a blend or respelling of existing names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Terri, Terry, Rin
Sibling names for Terrin
Names that share Terrin's style, for a brother or sister.
