Temple

Temple is of English origin and the meaning of Temple is 'a sanctuary'. It is a name and surname that can be traced back to England and France, where it meant 'a building'. The name is believed to have originated from the Latin, 'templum' which means a place of worship and is defined as sacred by a priest. The word 'temple' is first found in the 16th century in Rome as referencing Roman places of worship. Now, the name is more commonly found as a name and surname in English-speaking countries. Similar surnames are Templer, Semple, Kemble, Detemple, Tempel, Tremble, Timpe, and Templar. There have been a number of famous figures with this name, such as Mary Temple Grandin, who is a popular American scientist and activist. Another is Temple Stanyan, who was an author, and politician.

Gender

Boy

Of course, this is a neutral name.

Meaning

dweller near the temple

Origin

English

Numerology

T is for traditional, somewhat old fashioned.

E is for eternal, your spirit will live.

M is for melody, the song of life.

P is for peer, you have few equals.

L is for laughter, you spread wherever you go.

E is for excite, your spirit is catching!

Lucky

Temple lucky number is 8.

8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.

Famous People Named Temple

• Temple Lea Houston American lawyer, politician, and gunfighter; son of Sam Houston
• Temple Hardy English naval officer during the French Revolutionary War
• Temple Stanyan English historian
• Lew Temple American actor
• William Temple Franklin called Temple, American diplomat; grandson of Benjamin Franklin

Temple in Pop Culture

• Temple University
• Temple of the Dog American rock band
• Stone Temple Pilots American rock band
• Caleb Temple character on "American Gothic"
• Gage Temple character from TV series "American Gothic"