Torraine
From French origin, a feminine name meaning "from the valley".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Torraine. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Torraine today is around 50 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Torraine births was 1971 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Torraine. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Torraine. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1971
5 babies that year
Average age
50
years old
1971 SSA rank
#5,603
Tracked since 1971
Popularity
Torraine: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Torraine by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Torraine during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Torraine
The name Torraine has its origins in the Old French language, tracing back to the 12th century. It is derived from the word "torrent," which means a rushing stream or a violently flowing current of water. This name was likely given to individuals born near powerful rivers or torrents, or perhaps those with a fierce and intense personality.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Torraine can be found in the chronicles of the Crusades, where a knight named Torraine de Montfort fought valiantly in the Holy Land during the 12th century. His bravery and valor in battle were celebrated, and the name Torraine became associated with strength and courage.
In the 14th century, a French poet named Torraine de Villon gained recognition for his poignant works that captured the struggles and hardships of the common people. His vivid descriptions of life in medieval Paris and his criticism of social injustice made him a celebrated figure in literary circles.
During the Renaissance period, a renowned Italian artist named Torraine Bellini made significant contributions to the world of art. Born in 1470, Torraine was praised for his masterful use of color and his ability to capture the human form with remarkable realism. His works adorned the walls of churches and palaces across Italy.
In the 18th century, a French philosopher and writer named Torraine Diderot played a pivotal role in the Enlightenment movement. His encyclopedic works and philosophical treatises challenged traditional beliefs and promoted the ideals of reason and scientific inquiry. Torraine Diderot's influence on intellectual discourse was profound, and he is remembered as a champion of progressive thought.
Another notable figure with the name Torraine was an English explorer and adventurer named Torraine Fitzroy, who lived in the early 19th century. He embarked on numerous expeditions to the uncharted regions of the world, including the Antarctic, and made significant contributions to the field of geography and cartography.
These are just a few examples of the rich history and diverse individuals who have borne the name Torraine throughout the centuries. From knights and poets to artists and philosophers, this name has been associated with courage, creativity, and intellectual curiosity, reflecting the powerful and intense nature of its origins.
People
Torraine + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Torraine as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Torraine: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Torraine?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Torraine going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Torraine a common name?
We classify Torraine as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Torraine most popular?
The single biggest year for Torraine was 1971, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Torraine is about 50 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Torraine in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Torraine a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Torraine in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Torraine still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Torraine in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Torraine can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Torraine?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.