Terence Atkinson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Terence Atkinson — Latin
33K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Terence Atkinson is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Terence is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Terence is a masculine given name, derived from the Latin name Terentius. The diminutive form is Terry. Spelling variants include Terrence, Terrance, Terance and (in Scotland) Torrance. Notable people with this name Terence (c. 195/185 – c. The surname Atkinson: Atkinson is an English-language surname. The name is derived from a patronymic form of the Middle English Atkin. The personal name Atkin is one of many pet forms of the name Adam. The name corresponds to the Scottish name Aitchison. The name Atkinson is particularly common in Northern England. At the time of the British Census of 1881, its relative frequency was highest in Westmorland (19.8 times the British average), followed by Cumberland, County Durham, Northumberland, Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Lancashire, Cheshire and Rutland. Terence is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 33K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Terence reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Terence

Latin

Terence is a masculine given name, derived from the Latin name Terentius. The diminutive form is Terry. Spelling variants include Terrence, Terrance, Terance and (in Scotland) Torrance. Notable people with this name Terence (c. 195/185 – c.

Surname: Atkinson

Scottish

Atkinson is an English-language surname. The name is derived from a patronymic form of the Middle English Atkin. The personal name Atkin is one of many pet forms of the name Adam. The name corresponds to the Scottish name Aitchison. The name Atkinson is particularly common in Northern England. At the time of the British Census of 1881, its relative frequency was highest in Westmorland (19.8 times the British average), followed by Cumberland, County Durham, Northumberland, Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Lancashire, Cheshire and Rutland.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Terence is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 12%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Terence by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Terence Atkinson

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Terence Atkinson:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Terence?
The first name Terence originates from Latin. Terence is a masculine given name, derived from the Latin name Terentius. The diminutive form is Terry. Spelling variants include Terrence, Terrance, Terance and (in Scotland) Torrance. Notable people with this name Terence (c. 195/185 – c.
When was Terence most popular?
The name Terence reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Atkinson?
The surname Atkinson originates from Scottish. Atkinson is an English-language surname. The name is derived from a patronymic form of the Middle English Atkin. The personal name Atkin is one of many pet forms of the name Adam. The name corresponds to the Scottish name Aitchison. The name Atkinson is particularly common in Northern England. At the time of the British Census of 1881, its relative frequency was highest in Westmorland (19.8 times the British average), followed by Cumberland, County Durham, Northumberland, Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Lancashire, Cheshire and Rutland.
What are the origins of the name Terence Atkinson?
The name Terence Atkinson combines two different traditions: the first name Terence has Latin roots, while the surname Atkinson originates from Scottish.
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