Holding steady.
Popularity of Toure since 1965
Babies named Toure per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 84 |
| 1980s | 73 |
| 1990s | 102 |
| 2000s | 93 |
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Toure is a strikingly rare name in American records, first appearing in 1965 and never charting in the top 1,000. Its peak year came in 2008, when it reached its highest recorded usage. Despite its low frequency, the name carries deep historical resonance through its association with the Mandinka people and prominent figures like Ahmed Sékou Touré, a founding father and first president of Guinea. The name's trajectory has remained stable over the decades, never experiencing a dramatic surge or decline. While no top states are associated with Toure, its usage is likely scattered across communities with West African heritage. For parents seeking a distinctive name with cultural weight and a powerful meaning tied to strength, Toure offers a unique choice that stands apart from mainstream naming trends.
Toure is a widespread surname in West Africa, particularly among the Mandinka people of Mali, Senegal, Guinea, and Ivory Coast. The name is often linked to the Mandinka word for 'elephant', symbolizing strength and leadership. It gained prominence as a given name partly due to the global recognition of figures like musician Toure Kunda or the surname of former Guinean president Ahmed Sékou Touré. As a first name, it remains relatively rare in U.S. records, first appearing in 1965 and seeing a peak in 2008.
Sibling names for Toure
Names that share Toure's style, for a brother or sister.
