Declining since 2019, #3,379 for boys today.
Popularity of Torren since 1970
Babies named Torren per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 43 |
| 1990s | 144 |
| 2000s | 201 |
| 2010s | 276 |
| 2020s | 176 |
Meaning & origin
Torren is a modern male name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1970. Its trajectory shows a notable peak in 2019, after which its popularity has been steadily declining through 2025. The name's standing as the 3379th most popular boy name in 2025, with an occurrence rate of 1 in 50,238 births, suggests a rare but not unheard-of choice. Most common in California (the top state of occurrence), Torren likely reflects contemporary naming trends that favor surnames or invented spellings. Its uncertain etymology may contribute to its appeal, allowing parents to assign their own meanings.
Torren is a relatively recent name, first recorded in the United States in 1970. It may be a variant of Torin, an Irish name meaning 'chief' or 'from the hills,' or alternatively a respelling of Torrance, a Scottish surname meaning 'from the knolls.' It could also be a modern invention, influenced by fashionable sounds. The name saw a peak in 2019, suggesting a brief surge in popularity before declining.
Where Torren is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tor, Ren, T
Sibling names for Torren
Names that share Torren's style, for a brother or sister.
