Termaine is a unique and distinctive given name of African origin, particularly popular among those of West African descent. It is derived from the Yoruba name "Orunmila," which means "the secrets are revealed to him." The name Termaine typically has two syllables, pronounced as /tərˈmeɪn/ in English. It has gained global recognition and has been embraced by various cultures for its distinctiveness and meaning.
The name Termaine saw a peak in popularity during the late 1970s to early 1980s, with over 43 births recorded in 1982 alone. However, its usage has significantly declined since then, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1990 onwards and only 6 births recorded in the most recent year available (2018). In total, there have been 688 babies named Termaine between 1971 and 2018.