Trae Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Trae has its roots in American English and is often derived from 'Trey,' which means three or third. It evolved from names like Travis and Trevor and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is viewed as modern and reflects creativity. It does not have biblical relevance, but it is associated with notable figures such as professional basketball player Trae Young.
The name Trae is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Trae 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, 'Trae' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3038th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1163rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1270th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2363rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15970th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 32490th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Trae' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Trae"
Pronunciation
/treɪ/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Trae is often considered a modern variation of the name 'Trey,' which originally referred to the number three. It has also been associated with the name 'Trae' as a diminutive form of 'Travis' or 'Trevor.'
Meaning
three, third
Language Evolution
Trey, Travis, Trevor
Historical Usage
Trae gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, as a trendy name among younger generations.
Variants & Derivatives
Trey, Travis, Trevor
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Trae is seen as a modern and youthful name, often associated with creativity and individuality. It carries a casual and approachable image.
Famous People
Trae Young, an American professional basketball player.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Trae"
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 "Trae"
"Trae" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3038th of 10718 | 178 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1163rd of 16616 | 1,272 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1270th of 24088 | 1,953 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2363rd of 23106 | 688 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15970th of 27321 | 34 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 32490th of 35406 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Trae" 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) |
- | - |
43.72% 1538th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.61% 870th/3685 |
42.70% 1911th/4475 |
22.62% 1175th/5194 |
32.07% 2026th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.18% 1108th/4582 |
43.30% 2236th/5164 |
18.02% 1318th/7313 |
25.32% 1890th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
- |
31.27% 2133rd/6822 |
55.83% 3504th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Trae" 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 "Trae"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Trae" 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.