Torrey
About Torrey
Torrey is a unisex name used more commonly for females in recent decades, though it maintains gender-neutral qualities. Derived from an English surname with Old Norse roots, it means 'from the hill tower' or 'from Thor's island.' As a place name, Torrey appears in several locations including Torrey Pines in California. The name peaked in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s but never reached high popularity rankings. Torrey offers a nature-connected alternative to more common names like Tori or Tory, with its distinctive spelling adding character. The name projects strength and outdoor associations while maintaining a soft, approachable sound quality.
Pronounced TOR-ee.
As of October 2026, Torrey ranked #8818 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2240 in 1993.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Torrey on lists
Famous Torreys
- Torrey DeVitto
American actress
Torrey in pop culture
- Torrey Pines
a coastal community within San Diego, California