Torrence
Torrence is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Little hills, watchtower, or search.
Origin and history
Torrence is a masculine given name and surname of Irish and Scottish Gaelic origin, traditionally associated with a place name meaning 'little hills' or derived from the Irish word for 'watchtower' or 'search'. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady but modest usage as a distinctive given name. Its connection to classical Gaelic roots gives it a timeless, understated appeal.
Popularity in the United States
3,204 babies in the United States have been named Torrence since 1880. It ranks #2273 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1838.
States where it is most popular
- IL (42.7 %)
- FL (26.6 %)
- GA (8.7 %)
- TX (5.3 %)
- NC (3.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 53 |
| 1920-1930 | 53 |
| 1930-1940 | 35 |
| 1940-1950 | 56 |
| 1950-1960 | 145 |
| 1960-1970 | 346 |
| 1970-1980 | 711 |
| 1980-1990 | 556 |
| 1990-2000 | 468 |
| 2000-2010 | 357 |
| 2010-2019 | 335 |
| 2020-2029 | 89 |
Nicknames
Tor, Torry, Torin
Fun facts
- Torrence originated as a Gaelic habitation surname before adopting widespread use as a masculine given name.
- Over 3,000 boys in the United States have been named Torrence since official record-keeping began in 1880.