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

Girl

Of course, this is a neutral name.

Meaning

dweller near the temple

Origin

English

Numerology

T is for time, you give to friends.

E is for elate, you make others happy.

M is for munificent, for you are extremely liberal in giving.

P is for peer, you have few equals.

L is for lofty, your ambitions are high!

E is for enrich, a quality you share.

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

• (Mary) Temple Grandin American scientist and inventor
• Shirley Temple American actress and ambassador
• Juno Temple English actress

Temple in Pop Culture

• Temple Drake lead character, a Mississippi college girl, in Faulkner's novel "Sanctuary" (1931)
• ,"The Story of Temple Drake" (1933), pre,code film adaptation of "Sanctuary" starring Miriam Hopkins
• Merlyn Temple character from TV series "American Gothic"
• Temple University