Temple Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Temple Name at a Glance

Name	Temple
Meaning	Reference to medieval priories and settlements of the military religious order Knights Templars.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Temple Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Temple means “Reference to medieval priories and settlements of the military religious order Knights Templars”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Temple Name Origin

Our database records Temple under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Temple a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Temple is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Temple

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