US Popularity Rank: 11847

Origin: German

Meaning: Of Theresa; Harvester, reaper; Of Terry; Ruler of the people

In the field of baby names, you’ve just picked a truly spectacular crop—the feminine name Terrilyn! With roots in two different names, Terrilyn is a one-of-a-kind creation that your baby can make their own. A close relative of the Greek moniker Theresa, Terrilyn shares its meaning of “harvester” or “reaper.” Terrilyn could also be a feminine variant of the gender-neutral name Terry, which has its roots in Theodoric, a German title meaning “ruler of the people.” As little Terrilyn grows, they will have many opportunities to plant seeds of joy and happiness in the lives of others—playing their part in making the world a place where kindness truly rules.