Tori
Tori is a girl name of Latin origin meaning “Victory”, pronounced TOR-ee. It ranked #1337 in the United States in 2025, given to 167 babies, and peaked at #142 in 1994. Common nicknames: Tor, Vicky.
How popular is Tori in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Tori mean, and where does it come from?
Tori is the short form of Victoria, from the Latin victoria, "victory," and it is separately a Japanese word meaning bird. American records hold it from 1945; it entered the top thousand in 1959 and peaked in 1994, when Tori Spelling was on Beverly Hills 90210 and Tori Amos was making records that sounded like nothing else. Both women were born Victoria, which is how most Toris begin — and increasingly do not, the short form now being given on its own.
How is Tori used around the world?
Tori is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Tori?
Famous People Named Tori
- Tori Amos — American singer, songwriter and pianist
- Tori Spelling — American actress
- Tori Bowie — American sprinter and Olympic champion
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Tori mean?
Tori is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Victory." Tori is the short form of Victoria, from the Latin victoria, "victory," and it is separately a Japanese word meaning bird. American records hold it from 1945; it entered the top thousand in 1959 and peaked in 1994, when Tori Spelling was on Beverly Hills 90210 and Tori Amos was making records that sounded like nothing else.
How do you pronounce Tori?
Tori is pronounced TOR-ee. Common variations include Torie, Tory, Victoria.
Is Tori a girl name?
Yes, Tori is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Tor, Vicky.