Tevin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTEH-vin / ˈtɛvɪnIrish; African American Vernacular English
Meaning
Irish: 'beautiful'; African American Vernacular English: 'handsome'
Historical & Cultural Background
Tevin is often considered a modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is frequently associated with African American culture, particularly in the United States. The name has also been linked to Irish origins, where it is derived from the name 'Teabhach', meaning 'beautiful'.
Trend Summary
Tevin saw a rise in popularity in the 1990s but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Teven
- Tavon
International Variants
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Famous people named Tevin
Tevin Campbell is an American singer and actor known for his hit songs in the 1990s.
Tevin Farmer is an American professional boxer who has held multiple titles in the super featherweight division.
Fictional characters named Tevin
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tevin was first seen in the United States in 1969. Tevin has ranked as high as #308 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, and California. In the past 5 years the name Tevin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tevin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 607 |
| 1991 | 1,099 |
| 1992 | 1,936 |
| 1993 | 1,201 |
| 1994 | 1,405 |
| 1995 | 752 |
| 1996 | 519 |
| 1997 | 408 |
| 1998 | 331 |
| 1999 | 267 |
| 2000 | 201 |
| 2001 | 151 |
| 2002 | 152 |
| 2003 | 126 |
| 2004 | 125 |
| 2005 | 129 |
| 2006 | 109 |
| 2007 | 106 |
| 2008 | 107 |
| 2009 | 132 |
| 2010 | 136 |
| 2011 | 139 |
| 2012 | 130 |
| 2013 | 141 |
| 2014 | 148 |
| 2015 | 128 |
| 2016 | 133 |
| 2017 | 116 |
| 2018 | 135 |
| 2019 | 101 |
| 2020 | 97 |
| 2021 | 85 |
| 2022 | 83 |
| 2023 | 78 |
| 2024 | 49 |