—2024 rank
1960peak year
43,912babies named Teri since 1880
▲ +80%5-year trend
Teri popularity over 145 years
🌱 Below the charts · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Teri mean?
Short form of Teresa, a name of uncertain Greek origin, possibly from theros, 'summer'. Popular as a standalone spelling mid-century.
OriginGreek
Syllables2
Gendergirl
Stylevintage, modern
Names like Teri
Same era, same vibe — if you like Teri, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Teris
- Teri Hatcher, actress
Spellings & variants
TerriTerryTerrie
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