Torin
How to say it: TOR-in · /ˈtɔrɪn/
From Irish Gaelic, a diminutive meaning 'shaped like Thor', evoking strength. Also linked to Old Norse 'Thorin'.
Torin was the 1,175th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 140 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are steady over ten years, and it is projected to slip to #1,322 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #1,175 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 140 |
| Share of births | 1 in 23,681 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +2% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #1,322 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Climbing lately, Torin is enjoying its strongest showing in the 2020s. The next few years look likely to ease back a little from this high.
What goes with it
Two syllables blend softness with a crisp edge for a strong impression. Kellan shares its style and Tor serves as a short form.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Torin is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, Irish.
Ireland: #467.
Famous people named Torin
- Torin Koos (born 1980)American cross country skier
- Torin Thatcher (1905–1981)British actor
- Torin Yater-Wallace (born 1995)American freestyle skier
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