Torrey
Meaning of Torrey
Originating from the English surname, Torrey is a unisex name with various associations. It is pronounced as TOR-ee and has the same pronunciation in both British English (/tɔːri/) and American English (/tɔri/). The name Torrey can also be spelled as Tory. Over the years, Torrey has gained popularity in the United States, with varying occurrences and ranks. In recent years, it has been given to around 14 to 49 newborns annually in the United States. While its exact meaning may vary, Torrey brings a sense of uniqueness and versatility to those who bear it.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as TOR-ee (/'tɔːri/)
American English
- Pronunced as TOR-ee (/'tɔri/)
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Notable People Named Torrey
| James Torrey Smith is a former NFL wide receiver, known for his time with the Baltimore Ravens, San Francisco 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles, and Carolina Panthers, winning two Super Bowl championships during his career. |
| Torrey DeVitto - Torrey Joël DeVitto is an American actress known for her roles in TV series such as "Pretty Little Liars" and "Chicago Med." |
| Torrey Craig is an American professional basketball player for the Chicago Bulls of the National Basketball Association (NBA) and was named an honorable mention All-American and Atlantic Sun Conference Player of the Year during his college career at USC Upstate. |
| Torrey Peters is an American author whose debut novel, Detransition, Baby, has garnered mainstream and critical acclaim, including a nomination for the 2021 Women's Prize for Fiction. |
| Torrey C. Brown was an American politician who served in the Maryland House of Delegates and was the Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. |
