Tory
Tory is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Conqueror, victory, or tender; also associated with Irish history.
Origin and history
Tory is a given name derived either as a diminutive of Victoria or Terence, or from the Irish political term. Historically used for both boys and girls in the United States, it peaked in popularity during the late 20th century. Today, it remains a familiar, unisex option with a modern cadence.
Popularity in the United States
6,990 babies in the United States have been named Tory since 1880. It ranks #1441 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1757.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.2 %)
- CA (11.1 %)
- LA (8.2 %)
- IL (7.5 %)
- FL (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 21 |
| 1950-1960 | 108 |
| 1960-1970 | 514 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,813 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,789 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,547 |
| 2000-2010 | 661 |
| 2010-2019 | 367 |
| 2020-2029 | 170 |
Famous people named Tory
- Tory James: athlete, football player
Fun facts
- The term Tory originated from an Irish word meaning 'outlaw' before becoming a political designation in Britain.
- Although given to over 6,000 U.S. males since 1880, Tory has also been widely used for females.