Terrie

Terrie is a personal given name used primarily in English-speaking countries. It is typically a feminine variant of the diminutive forms Terri or Terri, which in turn are derived from Theresa or Teresa, although spellings and usage vary.

As a spelling variant, Terrie has been adopted in multiple cultures and may be used as a standalone given name or nickname. The form is most common for girls, while other spellings like Terry are used as unisex alternatives.

Usage and history: The popularity of Terrie has fluctuated over time, paralleling trends for Theresa or Terry. It has been most common in the mid-to-late 20th century in several English-speaking countries and remains in occasional use today.

Notable people and fiction: A number of individuals named Terrie have appeared in public life, and the name has also appeared in literature and media as a character name.

Variants and related names: Closely related spellings include Terri, Teri, Terry, and Theresa or Teresa, as well as other diminutives in different languages. The name Terrie thus sits among a family of related forms that express similar roots and cultural usage.