Trayvon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Trayvon is a modern American name believed to be a blend of the name Tray and the Germanic suffix -von. It conveys meanings of bravery and strength. The name has evolved from its initial form, Tray, and gained prominence in the early 21st century, particularly due to social movements. It is associated with strong social and cultural traits and has a significant connection to events that highlight issues of race and justice.
The name Trayvon is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Trayvon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Trayvon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7574th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1425th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1409th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2143rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Trayvon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Trayvon"
Pronunciation
/ˈtreɪvɒn/
Origin
American English
Etymology
The name Trayvon is a modern invention, believed to be a combination of the name Tray and the suffix -von, which is of Germanic origin meaning 'of' or 'from.'
Meaning
brave, strong
Language Evolution
Tray, Trayvon
Historical Usage
The name Trayvon gained popularity in the early 2000s, particularly among African American communities, influenced by cultural references and notable individuals.
Variants & Derivatives
Tray, Trayvonn
Modern Popularity & Image
Trayvon is often associated with themes of social justice and activism, particularly due to the high-profile case of Trayvon Martin, which has influenced its perception in contemporary society.
Famous People
Trayvon Martin
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Trayvon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Trayvon"
"Trayvon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7574th of 10718 | 21 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1425th of 16616 | 925 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1409th of 24088 | 1,657 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2143rd of 23106 | 797 |
Regional Popularity of "Trayvon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
49.11% 1986th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
34.19% 1260th/3685 |
38.12% 1706th/4475 |
22.18% 1152nd/5194 |
18.36% 1160th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.56% 1217th/4582 |
35.98% 1858th/5164 |
16.40% 1199th/7313 |
25.41% 1896th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
47.16% 1879th/3984 |
55.85% 2506th/4487 |
27.78% 1895th/6822 |
52.15% 3273rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Trayvon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Trayvon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Trayvon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.