Tory Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tory originates from Latin, meaning 'victory'. It has evolved through several forms before settling into its current usage. It carries traits of strength and leadership, with no biblical relevance. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly as a diminutive of Victoria, and is associated with notable figures in various fields.
The name Tory is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Tory 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, stalled 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, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Tory' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1827th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 691st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 725th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1926th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3337th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2820th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1682nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1573rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2874th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4814th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tory' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tory"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɔːri/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Tory is derived from the Latin word 'torrere', which means 'to dry up' or 'to parch'. It has been used as a diminutive of the name Victoria, which means 'victory'.
Meaning
victory
Language Evolution
Torria, Toria, Tory
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a short form of Victoria.
Variants & Derivatives
Toria, Toryn, Torey
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Tory is viewed positively and is often associated with strength and leadership.
Famous People
Tory Burch, Tory Lanez, Tory MP
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tory"
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 "Tory"
"Tory" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1827th of 7552 | 350 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 691st of 10718 | 2,264 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 725th of 16616 | 2,900 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1926th of 24088 | 1,043 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3337th of 23106 | 409 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2820th of 12526 | 319 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1682nd of 19264 | 911 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1573rd of 27321 | 1,440 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2874th of 35406 | 896 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4814th of 30306 | 338 |
Regional Popularity of "Tory" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
58.24% 1297th/2227 |
- | - |
46.31% 1285th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.60% 605th/2937 |
28.17% 981st/3483 |
18.39% 647th/3518 |
18.40% 744th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
17.42% 642nd/3685 |
19.80% 886th/4475 |
14.23% 739th/5194 |
12.82% 810th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
43.74% 2004th/4582 |
49.75% 2569th/5164 |
23.93% 1750th/7313 |
40.37% 3013th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
79.30% 3558th/4487 |
48.15% 3285th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Tory" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
82.56% 2291st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
53.39% 1568th/2937 |
58.89% 2051st/3483 |
45.65% 1606th/3518 |
47.73% 1930th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
41.36% 1524th/3685 |
47.02% 2104th/4475 |
36.77% 1910th/5194 |
30.50% 1927th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
56.46% 2587th/4582 |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
50.83% 3717th/7313 |
53.89% 4022nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
94.70% 3773rd/3984 |
81.84% 3672nd/4487 |
72.91% 4974th/6822 |
69.36% 4353rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tory"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tory" 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.