Declining since 2017, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Toryn since 1989
Babies named Toryn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 0 | 6 |
| 1990s | 20 | 25 |
| 2000s | 128 | 111 |
| 2010s | 183 | 239 |
| 2020s | 69 | 85 |
Meaning & origin
Toryn is a modern unisex name first recorded in the United States in 1989. It has never been common, with a peak ranking of 6,803 in 2018, and has been steadily declining in use since 2017. In 2025, approximately 1 in 142,340 newborns were named Toryn, making it a distinctive choice. The name's origins are uncertain; it may be a creative spelling of Torin, itself an anglicized form of an Irish surname. Its rarity gives it a fresh, contemporary feel, and it fits well with modern Irish-inspired names like Keira and Caelan.
Toryn first appeared in U.S. records in 1989, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a respelling of Torin, which itself is an anglicization of the Irish surname Tóirín, meaning 'descendant of the chief'. Alternatively, it could be a creative combination of popular sounds or a variant of Torrance. Its usage has remained rare, with a peak in 2018.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tor, Tory
Sibling names for Toryn
Names that share Toryn's style, for a brother or sister.
