Tower or from the tower
Torris is likely a variant of the English surname Torrey or the Latin-derived name Torrence. It refers to a tower or a high place, often used to denote someone who lived near a watchtower or defensive structure. In some cases, it may also be a shortened form of the Scandinavian name Torsten.
Less common today
Torris isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,500 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American football player
