Tevin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tevin is a modern English name with roots in Irish and French, meaning 'poet' or 'philosopher'. It has evolved from historical forms like Tadhg and Kevin. The name is often associated with creativity and has gained popularity in recent decades, especially in the United States. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Tevin is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tevin 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, 'Tevin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6142nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 425th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1008th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1576th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13360th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Tevin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tevin"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɛvɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Tevin is a modern name that is believed to be derived from the Irish name 'Tadhg', which means 'poet' or 'philosopher'. It may also have connections to the French name 'Tevin', which is a variation of 'Kevin'.
Meaning
poet, philosopher
Language Evolution
Tadhg, Kevin, Tevin
Historical Usage
The name Tevin gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of the trend of unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Tev, Teddy
Modern Popularity & Image
Tevin is often perceived as a contemporary and trendy name, associated with youthfulness and creativity.
Famous People
Tevin Campbell - American singer and actor, Tevin Farmer - American professional boxer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tevin"
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 "Tevin"
"Tevin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6142nd of 10718 | 40 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 425th of 16616 | 7,580 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1008th of 24088 | 2,749 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1576th of 23106 | 1,294 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13360th of 27321 | 53 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Tevin" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
12.29% 453rd/3685 |
10.99% 492nd/4475 |
5.83% 303rd/5194 |
10.97% 693rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.05% 1056th/4582 |
26.47% 1367th/5164 |
11.45% 837th/7313 |
18.37% 1371st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.87% 1708th/3984 |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
18.34% 1251st/6822 |
33.01% 2072nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Tevin" 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 "Tevin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tevin" 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.