Moderation and self-control
A variant spelling of Temperance, one of the cardinal virtues. It represents the quality of moderation, restraint, and balance in one's actions and thoughts. The name gained popularity among Puritans in the 17th century as a 'virtue name' intended to inspire moral character.
Less common today
Temprence isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,769 in 2010.
Forensic anthropologist and protagonist · Bones
Early American settler and Lady Yeardley
Revolutionary War heroine
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
