Terri Corrigan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Terri Corrigan — English
163K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Terri Corrigan is a name that combines English origins. The first name Terri is a feminine given name of English origin. Terri is an alternative spelling of Terry. It is a feminine given name and is also a diminutive for Teresa. Notable people with the name include: Terri Allard (born 1962), American country/folk singer/songwriter Terri S. The surname Corrigan: The Corrigan (O'Corrigan, Carrigan, Corocan, Courigan, Currigan) surname is of Irish origin. Corrigan means a "Spear" in Irish. It is believed to have originated from Coirdhecan in Tír Eoghain. It is also believed to be connected to the Maguire clan. The Corrigan surname was common in the 17th century in County Fermanagh. Today it has spread across most of Ireland, Scotland and to the United States and Canada. The Irish sept Ó Corragáin, whose stronghold was in County Fermanagh, is the origin of the names Corrigan, Carrigan, Courigan, Corgan, and Currigan. Terri is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 163K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Terri reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Terri

English

Terri is an alternative spelling of Terry. It is a feminine given name and is also a diminutive for Teresa. Notable people with the name include: Terri Allard (born 1962), American country/folk singer/songwriter Terri S.

Surname: Corrigan

Irish

The Corrigan (O'Corrigan, Carrigan, Corocan, Courigan, Currigan) surname is of Irish origin. Corrigan means a "Spear" in Irish. It is believed to have originated from Coirdhecan in Tír Eoghain. It is also believed to be connected to the Maguire clan. The Corrigan surname was common in the 17th century in County Fermanagh. Today it has spread across most of Ireland, Scotland and to the United States and Canada. The Irish sept Ó Corragáin, whose stronghold was in County Fermanagh, is the origin of the names Corrigan, Carrigan, Courigan, Corgan, and Currigan.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Terri Corrigan

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 Terri Corrigan:

11
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Terri?
The first name Terri originates from English. Terri is an alternative spelling of Terry. It is a feminine given name and is also a diminutive for Teresa. Notable people with the name include: Terri Allard (born 1962), American country/folk singer/songwriter Terri S.
When was Terri most popular?
The name Terri reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Corrigan?
The surname Corrigan originates from Irish. The Corrigan (O'Corrigan, Carrigan, Corocan, Courigan, Currigan) surname is of Irish origin. Corrigan means a "Spear" in Irish. It is believed to have originated from Coirdhecan in Tír Eoghain. It is also believed to be connected to the Maguire clan. The Corrigan surname was common in the 17th century in County Fermanagh. Today it has spread across most of Ireland, Scotland and to the United States and Canada. The Irish sept Ó Corragáin, whose stronghold was in County Fermanagh, is the origin of the names Corrigan, Carrigan, Courigan, Corgan, and Currigan.
What are the origins of the name Terri Corrigan?
The name Terri Corrigan combines two different traditions: the first name Terri has English roots, while the surname Corrigan originates from Irish.
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