Terry
A diminutive of Terence (of unknown origin from the Roman name Terentius) or Theresa (meaning 'harvester').
Meaning and origin
A shortened form of Terence or Theresa, used freely for both boys and girls in English-speaking countries.
How to pronounce Terry
| English (US) | //ˈtɛri// |
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