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.
Etymology & Cultural Background
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
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,951 peak births in 1992
Geographic Spread
Popular across 43 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
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 by Generation - 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 by Generation - 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
This map shows relative popularity 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Louisiana 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, usage 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, popularity patterns vary significantly: 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. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.