Will my child share the name Temperance with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 4 UK babies named Temperance per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Temperance in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Temperance becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Temperance is declining: down 332 places since 2020, to #4,867 in 2025. It peaked at #1,596 in 2009.

Is Temperance a good choice for a distinctive name?

Temperance is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Temperance a popular baby name in the United States?

Temperance does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Temperance

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Temperance is a distinctive choice, ranked #4867 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Temperance in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Temperance

Temperance has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 827 places in five years. It was most popular in 2009 at #1596 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 2006.

Temperance is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Temperance in their class.