Tory
Meaning of Tory
The name Tory is a versatile and unisex choice, suitable for both boys and girls. Pronounced as TOHR-ee (/'tɔːri/), it has a straightforward yet charming sound. The name Tory can be seen as a variation of Tori, which itself is often short for Victoria or derived from the Japanese word for bird. This name carries a sense of modernity and simplicity, making it an appealing option for many parents.
Historically, Tory has enjoyed varying levels of popularity in the United States. It saw its peak usage in the early 1970s and has since maintained a steady presence on baby name charts. Notably, its highest rank was in 1968 when it reached position 57. In recent years, the occurrence of newborns named Tory has fluctuated, with 27 babies given the name in 2023, ranking at 3978.
Tory's timeless appeal lies in its brevity and elegance, making it suitable for contemporary naming trends while retaining a classic charm. Whether you are drawn to its historical roots or modern simplicity, Tory remains an endearing and distinctive choice for your baby.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as TOHR-ee (/'tɔːri/)
American English
- Pronunced as TOHR-ee (/'tɔri/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Tory
| Daystar Shemuel Shua Peterson, also known as Tory Lanez, is a Canadian rapper, singer, and songwriter who gained recognition with the mixtape Conflicts of My Soul: The 416 Story and signed to Mad Love Records in 2015. |
| Tory Burch is an influential American fashion designer, businesswoman, and philanthropist, known for her eponymous brand and her ranking as the 88th most powerful woman in the world by Forbes in 2020. |
| Tory Belleci - Salvatore Paul Belleci is an American television personality and model maker, known for his work on MythBusters and with Industrial Light and Magic on Star Wars films. |
| Tory Bruno is an American aerospace engineer and CEO of United Launch Alliance, with previous experience at Lockheed Martin. |
| Tory Baucum - Tory K. Baucum is the director of the Center for Family Life at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. |
| Lisa Nicole Piasecki, also known as Tory Lane, is a renowned American fetish model, exotic dancer, and award-winning pornographic actress and director. |
| Tory Dent - Victorine "Tory" Dent was an American poet, art critic, and commentator on the AIDS crisis. |
| Tory Steven James is a former professional football player who played as a cornerback in the NFL for 11 seasons. |
| Tory Harrison is a free agent American football running back who played college football at the University of Southern Mississippi. |
| Tory Ann Fretz - Tory-Ann Fretz, a former American tennis player from the 1950s and 1960s, achieved top rankings in both singles and doubles during her career. |
| Tory Collins is a former American football player who had a successful career in the NFL, CFL, AFL, and the Indoor Football League. |
| Tory Shepherd is a prominent Australian opinion writer and journalist known for her work with News Limited media, including The Advertiser and The Punch, as well as her appearances on ABC TV's Insiders and The Chaser's Media Circus. |
| Tory Verdi is the women's basketball coach for the Pittsburgh Panthers in the ACC, appointed on April 6, 2023. |
| Tory Nyhaug is a retired Canadian racing cyclist who competed in BMX at the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics, winning a silver medal at the World Championships in 2014 and a gold medal at the 2015 Pan American Games. |
| Tory Dobrin is the artistic director of the American all-male Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, having joined the company as a dancer in 1980. |
