NAME PROFILE
Toru
A variant of the Greek name Alexis meaning 'defender of mankind' or 'helper.' This name reflects a person who is a natural protector with a courageous spirit and a heart dedicated to serving others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 60 |
| Gender | Male (28% / 72%) |
| Peak year | 1917 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1917 |
| Most recent | 1925 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Spanish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
CA — 67%HI — 33%AK — 0%RI — 0%NE — 0%
Notable People
Aleix Espargaró (Motorcycle racer and MotoGP competitor) · Aleix Vidal (Professional footballer known for playing with FC Barcelona) · Aleix García (Midfielder for Girona FC) · Aleix Gómez (Handball player for FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team) · Aleix Febas (Creative midfielder in Spanish football leagues)
Nicknames & Diminutives
AleAlex
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