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Terica

Girl name · American

Terica is an American girl name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Terica has the name Eric hiding inside it.
  • Word funTerica doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
  • GenerationTerica peaked in 1984, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Terica you'd meet today is about 41 years old.
  • HistoryTerica first shows up in US birth records in 1957, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 68 years since.
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US births per million girls, 1957–2025

01734195720002009

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Terica

Terica is a girl name of American origin. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:American names

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Questions about the name Terica

What is the origin of the name Terica?

Terica is American in origin. Other American names to consider are Lainey (“possibly light”), Daisy (“day's eye”), Josie (“he will add”) and Kinsley (“king's meadow”).

Is Terica a boy or girl name?

Terica is a girl name.

How popular is the name Terica?

Terica is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2009. It peaked at #1,886 in 1984, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What names are similar to Terica?

If you like Terica, you might also like Tericka, Terrica, Terricka and Terrika. Tericka is another spelling of the same name.

What should I know before naming my baby Terica?

Terica is an American girl name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.