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The name Terry is a unisex name of English origin. It is derived from the name Terence, which is from the Roman family name Terentius, meaning "smooth, polished". Terry was originally used as a nickname for men named Terence, but it became a popular given name in its own right in the mid-20th century. The name was reportedly popularized by the actor and director Terry-Thomas, born Thomas Terry Hoar Stevens, in the 1940s and 1950s.In the United States, Terry was most popular as a given name for baby boys in the 1950s and 1960s. It saw a decline in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s, but it's still used for both boys and girls today.Famous people with the name Terry include: Terry Bradshaw (retired NFL quarterback), Terry Crews (actor and former NFL player), and Terry Pratchett (author).

The name Terry is popular as both a given name and a family name in English-speaking countries such as the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. It is also found in other countries such as Ireland, Scotland, and New Zealand.

Terry is a popular name that has a few similar names that you might also like. Some of these names include:

• Jerry
• Barry
• Corey
• Kerry
• Larry
• Perry
• Gary
• Harry
• Mary (for a female alternative)