Terre" is of French origin and means "earth". It is a unisex name, often used for girls but also occasionally given to boys. The name Terre is derived from the Latin word 'terra', which translates directly to earth in English. Thus, it carries a strong connection to nature and the environment. In the French language, terre also signifies land or ground, further emphasizing its Earth-related theme. People named Terre often have a deep appreciation for nature and the natural world.
The name Terre experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a significant increase starting around 1947 and peaking in 1956 with 55 births. However, it appears that after the late 1960s, the name's usage began to decline substantially, reaching as low as 5 births in certain years (1986 and 1992). Overall, there were a total of 838 babies named Terre between 1942 and 1992.