Trevin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Trevin originates from the Welsh name 'Trefin', meaning 'town' or 'settlement'. It evolved through Old Welsh and Middle English into its modern form. The name reflects traits of modernity and uniqueness, with no significant biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the late 20th century, and it is often associated with a youthful image.
The name Trevin is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Trevin 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, 'Trevin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7067th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2237th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1207th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1063rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2639th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Trevin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Trevin"
Pronunciation
/ˈtrɛvɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Trevin is believed to be derived from the Welsh name 'Trefin', which means 'town' or 'settlement'. It may also have connections to the Latin word 'trevena', meaning 'to traverse'.
Meaning
town, settlement
Language Evolution
Old Welsh: Trefin, Middle English: Trevin, Modern English: Trevin
Historical Usage
Trevin gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Trevor, Tre, Trev
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Trevin is perceived as a trendy and youthful name, appealing to parents looking for something distinct yet familiar.
Famous People
Trevin Jones, a notable American MMA fighter, Trevin Campbell, an American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Trevin"
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 "Trevin"
"Trevin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7067th of 7552 | 7 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2237th of 10718 | 288 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1207th of 16616 | 1,205 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1063rd of 24088 | 2,546 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2639th of 23106 | 585 |
Regional Popularity of "Trevin" 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) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
36.07% 1329th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
22.78% 1183rd/5194 |
21.62% 1366th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.18% 879th/4582 |
45.12% 2330th/5164 |
18.73% 1370th/7313 |
11.64% 869th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.84% 2105th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
45.31% 3091st/6822 |
44.57% 2797th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Trevin" 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 "Trevin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Trevin" 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.