Ruler of the people
Derived from the Germanic name Theodoric, it transitioned through the Old French form Thierry. While often used as a diminutive for Terence, its primary etymological root signifies a leader or sovereign of the tribe.
Less common today
Terry isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #164 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Actor and former NFL player
Hall of Fame NFL quarterback
Renowned fantasy novelist of the Discworld series
Director and member of Monty Python
Canadian athlete and cancer research activist
Main protagonist of the Fatal Fury series · Fatal Fury / King of Fighters
The successor to Bruce Wayne as Batman · Batman Beyond
Antagonist and karate master · The Karate Kid Part III / Cobra Kai
