Torrey
Torrey is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
From the crags, high hill, or derived from Thor.
Origin and history
Torrey is a surname-derived given name of Scottish and Old Norse roots, often associated with high hills, crags, or the name Thor. Historically used as a masculine name in the United States, it saw modest usage in the late 20th century. Today it remains an uncommon and distinctive choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
5,066 babies in the United States have been named Torrey since 1880. It ranks #1715 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1828.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.9 %)
- GA (11.2 %)
- FL (9.6 %)
- TX (9.6 %)
- IL (8.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 41 |
| 1950-1960 | 78 |
| 1960-1970 | 274 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,877 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,098 |
| 1990-2000 | 925 |
| 2000-2010 | 399 |
| 2010-2019 | 270 |
| 2020-2029 | 99 |
Famous people named Torrey
- Torrey Craig: basketball player, athlete
Fun facts
- The name is tied to the Gaelic word 'torr', referring to a prominent hill, mound, or rocky crag.
- In some derivations, Torrey traces back to Old Norse names containing 'Þórr', the god of thunder.