Travis
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
309,943 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1989 Peak Popularity Year
11,577 Peak Births

Travis Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Travis has its roots in Old French, meaning 'crossing.' It evolved from the word 'traverser' and became popular in the English-speaking world in the 19th century. The name embodies traits of strength and adventure, and it has no biblical relevance. Notable figures with the name have contributed to its modern image.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Travis"

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Pronunciation

/ˈtrævɪs/

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Origin

Old French

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Etymology

The name Travis is derived from the Old French word 'traverser,' meaning 'to cross.' It originally referred to a person who was a 'crossing' or 'crossing-keeper' of a river or passage.

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Meaning

crossing

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Language Evolution

Travers (Old French), Travis (Anglicized form)

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 19th century, particularly in the United States, often associated with the surname Travis.

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Variants & Derivatives

Trave, Trav, Travis Lee

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Modern Popularity & Image

Travis is perceived as a strong and modern name, often associated with a sense of adventure and resilience.

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Famous People

Travis Tritt (country singer), Travis Scott (rapper and producer), Travis Pastrana (motorsports competitor)

📊 Travis Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Gradually Declining

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✨ Travis Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 11,577 peak births in 1989

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Alaska

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 13 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Travis"

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 "Travis"

"Travis" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 398th of 7545 3,549
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 317th of 6773 5,724
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 345th of 7552 9,155
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 64th of 10718 83,775
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 48th of 16616 148,156
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 145th of 24088 43,779
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 305th of 23106 13,489
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 2987th of 9107 165
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 2887th of 9204 177
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 3722nd of 12526 202
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 1969th of 19264 711
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 2284th of 27321 826
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 20971st of 35406 35

Regional Popularity of "Travis" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
59.60%
844th/1416
- 10.06%
238th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
45.99%
711th/1546
69.54%
1082nd/1556
8.97%
211th/2353
36.07%
558th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
20.48%
456th/2227
27.82%
676th/2430
8.62%
246th/2853
14.20%
394th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
2.01%
59th/2937
3.42%
119th/3483
1.62%
57th/3518
1.29%
52nd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
1.25%
46th/3685
1.27%
57th/4475
0.75%
39th/5194
0.78%
49th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
3.14%
144th/4582
2.59%
134th/5164
1.82%
133rd/7313
2.40%
179th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
8.94%
356th/3984
5.97%
268th/4487
4.35%
297th/6822
5.24%
329th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Travis" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 100.00%
2366th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
76.00%
2232nd/2937
- 57.99%
2040th/3518
65.53%
2650th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
3685th/3685
- 40.32%
2094th/5194
44.01%
2780th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 80.31%
5873rd/7313
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Travis"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Travis" 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 of "Travis" in the United States

The name Travis is most popular in Alaska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest 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 gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Travis has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Travis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 398th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 317th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 345th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 64th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 48th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 145th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 305th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2987th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2887th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3722nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1969th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2284th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20971st out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Travis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Travis name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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