TORMEY
Tormey
Tormey is an Anglo-Saxon surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old English personal name "Thormaeg", which combines the elements "thorn", meaning "thorn bush", and "maeg", meaning "kinsman".
The name Tormey is primarily found in the northwest of England, particularly in counties such as Lancashire and Cheshire. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Tormey have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom, as well as to countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
The Tormey surname is associated with a family coat of arms, which typically features symbols such as thorn bushes, reflecting the name's literal meaning. The coat of arms often incorporates colours like green to represent growth and harmony, and gold to symbolise generosity and elevation of the mind.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Tormey are engaged in a variety of professions and activities, ranging from business and academia to the arts and sports. The name Tormey continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the heritage and legacy of this ancient English surname.
There are approximately 287 people named Tormey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Tormey.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Chris
- Christopher
- Clifford
- David
- James
- John
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Stephen
- Stuart
- Thomas
Female
- Amy
- Beatrice
- Caroline
- Claire
- Deborah
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Rose
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Shirley
- Teresa
- Wendy