How common is the Torrey surname?

There are approximately 8,000 people with the surname Torrey in the United States.

Are there Torrey soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 217 soldiers with the Torrey surname appear in Civil War records.

Torrey

Q: What does the surname Torrey mean?

The surname Torrey means "Derived from a place name or from Old Norse elements meaning 'Thor's island' or 'rocky place'.". It is of English/Scandinavian origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Derived from a place name or from Old Norse elements meaning 'Thor's island' or 'rocky place'.

Etymology

Possibly from Old Norse 'Þórr' (Thor) combined with 'ey' (island), or from English topographic terms for rocky or elevated terrain. The surname may also derive from the place Torrey in England.

About the Torrey Surname

An English surname with possible Scandinavian influences, likely indicating origin from a rocky or elevated place. The name has gained modest recognition through notable American scholars and scientists.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in the United States and United Kingdom.

Torrey Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Torrey Surname

C.L. Torrey

Quick Facts

Origin: English/Scandinavian
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval England
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

217 soldiers with the Torrey surname found in Civil War records.

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