Surname · Spanish origin
Torres
Meaning
The surname Torres means Towers.
Origin
Spanish
Type
toponymic
The origin of the surname Torres
Torres was given to those who lived by a tower or fortification.
What kind of surname is Torres?
Torres is a toponymic surname, originally describing where the bearer lived or came from. It belongs to the Spanish naming tradition — you can read how Spanish surnames were formed on our Spanish last names page.
Other Spanish surnames
Other toponymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Torres mean?
The surname Torres means Towers. Torres was given to those who lived by a tower or fortification.
Where does the surname Torres come from?
Torres is a surname of Spanish origin.
What kind of surname is Torres?
Torres is a toponymic surname, originally describing where the bearer lived or came from.
What are other Spanish surnames?
Other Spanish surnames include Alvarez, Castillo, Diaz, Fernandez, Flores, Garcia.