Terri

Girl's name

Terri is a diminutive form of the name Teresa, which is of Greek origin. It means "harvester" or "reaper."

Meaning Harvest
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 26 Falling
Peak year 1959

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Terri Irwin - Conservationist, wife of Steve Irwin.
  • Terri Clark - Country music singer.
  • Terri Nunn - Lead singer of band Berlin.
  • Terri Runnels - Professional wrestler and manager.
  • Terri Schiavo - Center of right-to-die legal battle.
  • Terri J. Vaughn - Actress, known for "The Steve Harvey Show."
  • Terri Lyne Carrington - Jazz drummer and composer.
  • Terri Garber - Actress, known for "Dynasty" and "North and South."
  • Terri Polo - Actress, known for "Meet the Parents."
  • Terri Seymour - TV presenter, known for "Extra."

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