US Popularity:3623
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):French, Latin
Meaning:Moderation, restraint
Everything is good in moderation, except maybe spending time with your newest addition! Temperance is a girl’s name of English origin, with roots in both Latin and French. Considered a virtue name, Temperance sits alongside others such as Grace, Faith, or Charity, and was typically given to children in the hopes that they would embody their name wholeheartedly. This sweet-sounding moniker means “moderation” or “restraint,” and can teach your little one to always strive for balance in life, no matter the situation.

Temperance Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Temperance is currently #2633 on The Bump
Girl:Temperance is currently #1821 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Temperance is currently #3623 in U.S. births
Girl:Temperance is currently #1991 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#1991
in 2023
- 312
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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