Trevor Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTREV-er / /ˈtrɛvər/Welsh; English
Meaning
Welsh: 'large'; English: 'from the large settlement'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Trevor has Welsh origins, derived from the word 'tref', meaning 'settlement'. It became popular in England during the 20th century. The name is often associated with the Welsh surname 'Trevor', which denotes a geographical location. Trevor has been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and media.
Trend Summary
Trevor has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Trevar
- Trevorin
International Variants
- Trevor (English)
- Trevore (French)
Famous people named Trevor
Trevor Noah is a South African comedian and television host known for his work on 'The Daily Show'.
Trevor Lawrence is an American football quarterback recognized for his performance in college football and the NFL.
Trevor Phillips is a fictional character from the video game series 'Grand Theft Auto'.
Trevor Bayne is a professional stock car racing driver who won the Daytona 500 in 2011.
Fictional characters named Trevor
Trevor Philips is a character in the video game 'Grand Theft Auto V', known for his unpredictable behavior.
Trevor is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', often portrayed as a friend of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Trevor was first seen in the United States in 1915. Trevor has ranked as high as #100 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, New York, Texas, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Trevor has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Trevor (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 46 | |
| NY | 29 | |
| TX | 28 | |
| FL | 21 | |
| PA | 21 | |
| NC | 20 | |
| OH | 20 | |
| VA | 17 | |
| MO | 14 | |
| GA | 13 | |
| IN | 12 | |
| MI | 11 | |
| SC | 11 | |
| IL | 11 | |
| AZ | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 17 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 20 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 19 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 22 |
| 1946 | 24 |
| 1947 | 49 |
| 1948 | 44 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1950 | 34 |
| 1951 | 43 |
| 1952 | 34 |
| 1953 | 25 |
| 1954 | 31 |
| 1955 | 47 |
| 1956 | 58 |
| 1957 | 57 |
| 1958 | 57 |
| 1959 | 69 |
| 1960 | 66 |
| 1961 | 65 |
| 1962 | 80 |
| 1963 | 142 |
| 1964 | 116 |
| 1965 | 211 |
| 1966 | 663 |
| 1967 | 800 |
| 1968 | 785 |
| 1969 | 810 |
| 1970 | 985 |
| 1971 | 1,093 |
| 1972 | 1,093 |
| 1973 | 1,027 |
| 1974 | 1,095 |
| 1975 | 1,267 |
| 1976 | 1,253 |
| 1977 | 1,431 |
| 1978 | 1,406 |
| 1979 | 1,700 |
| 1980 | 1,689 |
| 1981 | 1,757 |
| 1982 | 1,942 |
| 1983 | 2,051 |
| 1984 | 2,359 |
| 1985 | 2,822 |
| 1986 | 2,979 |
| 1987 | 3,236 |
| 1988 | 3,695 |
| 1989 | 4,166 |
| 1990 | 5,141 |
| 1991 | 5,531 |
| 1992 | 6,192 |
| 1993 | 6,011 |
| 1994 | 6,359 |
| 1995 | 6,009 |
| 1996 | 5,842 |
| 1997 | 6,001 |
| 1998 | 6,598 |
| 1999 | 6,256 |
| 2000 | 5,745 |
| 2001 | 5,396 |
| 2002 | 5,060 |
| 2003 | 4,387 |
| 2004 | 3,897 |
| 2005 | 3,682 |
| 2006 | 3,333 |
| 2007 | 3,061 |
| 2008 | 2,827 |
| 2009 | 2,666 |
| 2010 | 2,322 |
| 2011 | 2,150 |
| 2012 | 1,881 |
| 2013 | 1,535 |
| 2014 | 1,330 |
| 2015 | 1,189 |
| 2016 | 1,095 |
| 2017 | 908 |
| 2018 | 855 |
| 2019 | 782 |
| 2020 | 730 |
| 2021 | 656 |
| 2022 | 555 |
| 2023 | 530 |
| 2024 | 451 |