Tori Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Tori is a name of Latin origin meaning 'victory'. It evolved from the Latin 'Victoria' to the modern form Tori. The name is associated with positive traits of strength and success, and it has no biblical relevance. Tori became popular in the late 20th century and is currently viewed as a trendy name.

The name Tori is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tori has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tori' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5657th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1996th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2226th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5271st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7721st out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1306th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 620th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 314th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 354th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 890th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tori' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tori"

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Pronunciation

/ˈtɔːri/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

Tori is derived from the Latin name 'Victoria', which means 'victory'. It is often used as a diminutive or short form of Victoria.

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Meaning

victory

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Language Evolution

Victoria (Latin), Victorie (Old French), Tori (Modern English)

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Historical Usage

Tori gained popularity in the late 20th century as a standalone name, particularly in English-speaking countries.

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Variants & Derivatives

Victoria, Vicky, Toria

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Tori is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with strength and success.

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Famous People

Tori Amos (singer-songwriter), Tori Kelly (singer), Tori Spelling (actress)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tori"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Tori"

"Tori" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 5657th of 7552 21
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1996th of 10718 349
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 2226th of 16616 475
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 5271st of 24088 243
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 7721st of 23106 119
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 9204th of 9204 5
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1306th of 12526 1,189
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 620th of 19264 4,322
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 314th of 27321 13,615
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 354th of 35406 14,165
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 890th of 30306 3,667

Regional Popularity of "Tori" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - 64.38%
2265th/3518
-
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
54.38%
2004th/3685
67.73%
3031st/4475
67.60%
3511th/5194
63.94%
4039th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 56.82%
4155th/7313
-
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Tori" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
44.36%
988th/2227
64.73%
1573rd/2430
52.58%
1500th/2853
29.05%
806th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
19.41%
570th/2937
23.05%
803rd/3483
17.00%
598th/3518
15.08%
610th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
7.35%
271st/3685
9.54%
427th/4475
5.28%
274th/5194
5.94%
375th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
5.83%
267th/4582
7.38%
381st/5164
4.18%
306th/7313
7.41%
553rd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
22.06%
879th/3984
17.03%
764th/4487
11.73%
800th/6822
20.70%
1299th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Tori"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Tori" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.