TORRIE

Torrie

Torrie is a Scottish and northern English surname of locational origin. It is derived from the place name Torry (pronounced as "tory") in the county of Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The name Torrie is also associated with the Gaelic word "toraidhe," meaning a soldier or a powerful man.

The Torrie family name is believed to have originated from the former Barony of Torrie, located in the parish of Fetteresso, Kincardineshire, Scotland. The family likely took its name from this place and subsequently spread throughout Scotland and northern England.

Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Torrie have been involved in various professions and pursuits. The name has been recorded in historical documents such as census records, parish registers, and military records. Like many surnames, Torrie may have undergone variations in spelling over the centuries, such as Tory, Torry, and Torri.

Today, the surname Torrie can be found in not only its native Scotland but also in other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. Individuals with the surname Torrie continue to celebrate their heritage and ancestral connections through genealogical research, family reunions, and other forms of commemoration.

References:

• Reaney, P.H. and Wilson, R.M. A Dictionary of English Surnames. Taylor & Francis, 1991.
• Hanks, P. and Hodges, F. A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press, 1988.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

• Alexander
• Andrew
• David
• Graham
• Ian
• James
• John
• Michael
• Peter
• Robert
• Steven

Female

• Ann
• Christine
• Elaine
• Elizabeth
• Jane
• Jennifer
• Lindsey
• Louise
• Lynda
• Mary
• Moira
• Nicola
• Sarah
• Sheena

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