Trory

Trory is a British surname with a long history that can be traced back to the Celtic origins of the British Isles. The surname is primarily found in Northern Ireland and Scotland, with variations in spelling such as Trory, Trowrie, and Trowry.

The origins of the name 'Trory' are believed to be topographical, with the root 'trory' derived from the Old Gaelic word 'troighthe', meaning a footpath or a thoroughfare. The name may have been given to someone who lived near a prominent path or road.

Historically, the Trory family is known to have been prominent in various regions of Northern Ireland, particularly in County Fermanagh. The surname has been associated with landownership and agricultural activities in the region.

Over the centuries, the Trory surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and even overseas as part of the British diaspora. Today, individuals with the surname Trory can be found in professions ranging from academia to business.

The Trory surname carries a sense of heritage and tradition, reflecting the rich history of the British Isles. It serves as a reminder of the familial roots and connections that bind individuals to their ancestors and the lands they once inhabited.

There are approximately 105 people named Trory in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Trory.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Barry
  • David
  • Eliott
  • James
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Claire
  • Eileen
  • Emma
  • Jennifer
  • Joyce
  • Lesley
  • Lynne
  • Rita
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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