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Name Origin

Terrance is a masculine given name of Latin origin. It is a variant of Terence, derived from the Roman cognomen Terentius. Traditionally, Terentius meant 'tender' or 'smooth.'

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Famous People

Terrance Howard (1969-)

Actor

  • Academy Award nomination for Best Actor in 'Hustle & Flow'
  • Known for roles in films like 'Iron Man', 'Crash', and 'Empire'

Terrance Malick (1943-)

Film Director

  • Acclaimed for his poetic and philosophical filmmaking style
  • Directed films like 'Badlands', 'The Thin Red Line', and 'The Tree of Life'

Terrance McKenna (1944-2000)

Ethnobotanist, Philosopher

  • Advocated for the responsible use of psychedelic plants
  • Explored themes of consciousness, language, and evolution in his writings

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