Trebor Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: TREH-bor /ˈtrɛbər/
Origin: English; Latin
Meaning: English: 'Robert' spelled backward; Latin: 'famous' (from Robert)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Trebor is derived from the name Robert, which has its roots in the Old High German name Hrodebert, composed of the elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'beraht' meaning 'bright' or 'shining.' This name was introduced to England by the Normans after the Conquest of 1066, evolving through various forms such as Robertus in Latin and eventually Robert in Middle English. The name Trebor is a unique reversal of Robert, showcasing a playful linguistic twist that has emerged in modern contexts.
Historically, the name Robert has been borne by numerous notable figures, including Robert the Bruce, the King of Scots in the early 14th century, who played a pivotal role in Scotland's struggle for independence. Additionally, Saint Robert of Molesme, a 11th-century Benedictine monk, contributed to the name's religious significance, as he was a founder of the Cistercian order.
The name's prominence was further solidified through its appearance in significant literary works, including the King James Bible, which was completed in 1611 and has had a lasting influence on English literature and culture. Culturally, the name Robert has been associated with nobility and leadership, often symbolizing strength and valor.
The diminutive forms, such as Rob or Robbie, have also contributed to the name's enduring presence in various cultures. The playful inversion to Trebor not only reflects a creative linguistic approach but also highlights the cultural practice of name alteration for personal or familial significance.
Overall, Trebor, as a variant of Robert, carries with it a rich historical and cultural legacy that underscores its roots in fame and brightness.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Trebor was first seen in the United States in 1970.
Trebor has ranked as high as #1208 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Trebor has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Trebor is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Trebor was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Trebor
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Trebor.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |