Torres Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOR-es / ˈtɔːrɛsSpanish; Portuguese
Meaning
Spanish: 'towers'; Portuguese: 'towers'
Historical & Cultural Background
The surname Torres is of Spanish and Portuguese origin, derived from the word 'torre', meaning 'tower'. It is often associated with geographical features or landmarks. The name has been borne by various noble families throughout history, particularly in Spain. It is also common in Latin American countries due to Spanish colonization.
Trend Summary
The name Torres has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among Hispanic communities.
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International Variants
- Torre (Italian)
- Torres (Spanish)
- Torres (Portuguese)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Torres was first seen in the United States in 1961. Torres has ranked as high as #1236 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Torres has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Torres (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |