Toure Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTOO-ray / tuːˈreɪAfrican; Arabic
Meaning
African: 'to be strong'; Arabic: 'the one who is strong'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Toure is of African origin, commonly found in West African cultures. It is often associated with strength and resilience. In Arabic contexts, it can also signify strength. The name has gained recognition in various cultures due to its positive connotations.
Trend Summary
The name Toure has seen limited popularity in the U.S., with occasional spikes in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Touré
International Variants
- Toure (African)
- Tourek (Slavic)
Famous people named Toure
Toure Roberts is an American pastor and author recognized for his motivational speaking.
Fictional characters named Toure
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Toure was first seen in the United States in 1965. Toure has ranked as high as #1382 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Toure has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Toure (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2024 | 6 |