Terry Cohen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Terry Cohen — English
124K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Terry Cohen is a name that combines English origins. The first name Terry is a feminine given name of English origin. Terry is a unisex diminutive nickname for the given names Teresa or Theresa (feminine) or Terence, Terrance (masculine). Terry A. Canales, American politician Terry A. Davis (1969–2018), American electrical engineer, computer programmer, creator of TempleOS. Terry A. Doughty (born 1959), American district judge Terry A. D. Strickland (born 1992), American convicted murderer Terry A. Osborn, American academic and professor of education Terry A. Simmons (1946–2020), Canadian-American lawyer and cultural geographer Terry A. White (born 1959), American prelate Terry A. The surname Cohen: Cohen (Hebrew: כֹּהֵן, romanized: kōhēn, lit. 'priest') is a surname of Jewish, Samaritan and Biblical origins (see: Kohen). It is a common Jewish surname, and is the most common surname in Israel. Origin Bearing the surname often (although not always) indicates that one's patrilineal ancestors were priests in the Temple of Jerusalem. Although not all Kohenic lines stem from Aaron, the brother of Moses, he is generally regarded as the patriarch of the lineage and the first Kohen. Terry is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 124K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Terry reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Terry

English

Terry is a unisex diminutive nickname for the given names Teresa or Theresa (feminine) or Terence, Terrance (masculine). Terry A. Canales, American politician Terry A. Davis (1969–2018), American electrical engineer, computer programmer, creator of TempleOS. Terry A. Doughty (born 1959), American district judge Terry A. D. Strickland (born 1992), American convicted murderer Terry A. Osborn, American academic and professor of education Terry A. Simmons (1946–2020), Canadian-American lawyer and cultural geographer Terry A. White (born 1959), American prelate Terry A.

Surname: Cohen

Hebrew

Cohen (Hebrew: כֹּהֵן, romanized: kōhēn, lit. 'priest') is a surname of Jewish, Samaritan and Biblical origins (see: Kohen). It is a common Jewish surname, and is the most common surname in Israel. Origin Bearing the surname often (although not always) indicates that one's patrilineal ancestors were priests in the Temple of Jerusalem. Although not all Kohenic lines stem from Aaron, the brother of Moses, he is generally regarded as the patriarch of the lineage and the first Kohen.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Terry Cohen

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 Terry Cohen:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Terry?
The first name Terry originates from English. Terry is a unisex diminutive nickname for the given names Teresa or Theresa (feminine) or Terence, Terrance (masculine). Terry A. Canales, American politician Terry A. Davis (1969–2018), American electrical engineer, computer programmer, creator of TempleOS. Terry A. Doughty (born 1959), American district judge Terry A. D. Strickland (born 1992), American convicted murderer Terry A. Osborn, American academic and professor of education Terry A. Simmons (1946–2020), Canadian-American lawyer and cultural geographer Terry A. White (born 1959), American prelate Terry A.
When was Terry most popular?
The name Terry reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cohen?
The surname Cohen originates from Hebrew. Cohen (Hebrew: כֹּהֵן, romanized: kōhēn, lit. 'priest') is a surname of Jewish, Samaritan and Biblical origins (see: Kohen). It is a common Jewish surname, and is the most common surname in Israel. Origin Bearing the surname often (although not always) indicates that one's patrilineal ancestors were priests in the Temple of Jerusalem. Although not all Kohenic lines stem from Aaron, the brother of Moses, he is generally regarded as the patriarch of the lineage and the first Kohen.
What are the origins of the name Terry Cohen?
The name Terry Cohen combines two different traditions: the first name Terry has English roots, while the surname Cohen originates from Hebrew.
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