Origin
English
Syllables
3
Zodiac
Libra
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Temperence is a name often given to girls. Ranked #17281 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a English origin and traditionally means "Moderation and self-control". It has 3 syllables.
The Story of Temperence
Temperence is a virtue name rooted in English Puritan tradition, denoting balance and restraint. The alternate spelling adds distinction while retaining classic appeal. Today it suits parents drawn to meaningful, uncommon names that encourage thoughtful living and emotional steadiness.
Popularity
Currently ranked #17281 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Builds stability and order.
Seeks truth and introspection.
Shows caring and protective nature.
Values discipline and practicality.
Zodiac & Astrology
Libra
Emphasizes balance and fairness.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Promotes calm equilibrium and thoughtful grace.
Color Aura
Soft Blue
Element
Air
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Sapphire
Spirit Animal
Dove
Power Word
Balance
Energy Type
Air × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Balanced
Maintains harmony in all situations.
Disciplined
Shows strong self-control.
Wise
Offers thoughtful insights.
Famous People Named Temperence
Temperence Brennan
Fictional forensic anthropologist
Temperence Lane
19th-century temperance activist
Temperence in Pop Culture
Temperence
Bones TV series
Temperence
Historical drama novel
Historical Events
1620
Puritans adopt virtue names.
1840
Temperance movement peaks in America.
International Variations
Temperence in Different Scripts
Temperantia
Latin
Τεμπέρενς
Greek
Темперенс
Cyrillic
テンペレンス
Japanese (Katakana)
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Temperence:
Temperence Faith
Temperence Hope
Temperence Grace
Temperence Joy
Temperence Ruth
Temperence Anne
Temperence Marie
Fun Facts & Trivia
Virtue name from 17th century.
Unique spelling sets it apart.
Symbolizes inner strength.
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Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.