Meaning, origin, history
Terilee is a unique and distinctive name of American origin. It is believed to have been created by the author and actress Tallulah Bankhead in the early 20th century for her daughter, who was born prematurely and sadly did not survive. Bankhead reportedly combined the names of two friends, Terry Ramsaye and Lee Cobb, to create Terilee.
The name Terilee has no specific meaning or association with any particular language or culture. It is purely a creation of Tallulah Bankhead's imagination and has since become a rare but intriguing choice for parents looking for an unusual name for their daughter.
Despite its obscure origins, the name Terilee has gained some recognition over the years. The most notable example is perhaps Teri Hatcher, the American actress best known for her role as Lois Lane in the television series "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman" and Susan Mayer in the TV series "Desperate Housewives." Although she was born Theresa Chase, she adopted the name Teri Hatcher, which is a shortened version of Terilee.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Terilee since 1880
Total births
28
Total since 1880
Peak year
1965
9 births
in 1965
9
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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