Trayvon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTRAY-von / ˈtreɪ.vɒnAmerican; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name Tray, possibly meaning 'to pull' or 'to draw' in Old English; variant of the name Trayvon, which may combine Tray with the suffix -von.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Trayvon gained prominence in the United States in the early 21st century. It is often associated with Trayvon Martin, a young African American whose death in 2012 sparked national conversations about race and justice. The name has since been used as a symbol in discussions about social issues.
Trend Summary
The name Trayvon saw a spike in usage following the events surrounding Trayvon Martin, particularly in the early 2010s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Trayvonn
International Variants
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Famous people named Trayvon
Trayvon Martin was a young African American whose death in 2012 led to widespread protests and discussions about racial profiling.
Trayvon Diggs is an American football cornerback known for his performance in the National Football League.
Fictional characters named Trayvon
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Trayvon was first seen in the United States in 1976. Trayvon has ranked as high as #1053 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Illinois, Texas, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Trayvon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Trayvon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 29 |
| 1987 | 31 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 32 |
| 1990 | 50 |
| 1991 | 67 |
| 1992 | 72 |
| 1993 | 89 |
| 1994 | 156 |
| 1995 | 197 |
| 1996 | 132 |
| 1997 | 118 |
| 1998 | 133 |
| 1999 | 102 |
| 2000 | 127 |
| 2001 | 129 |
| 2002 | 99 |
| 2003 | 90 |
| 2004 | 107 |
| 2005 | 89 |
| 2006 | 101 |
| 2007 | 95 |
| 2008 | 92 |
| 2009 | 73 |
| 2010 | 68 |
| 2011 | 55 |
| 2012 | 179 |
| 2013 | 158 |
| 2014 | 106 |
| 2015 | 62 |
| 2016 | 75 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2018 | 53 |
| 2019 | 59 |
| 2020 | 45 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2022 | 57 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 43 |