Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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
Pronunciation
/ˈtrævɪs/
Origin
Old French
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.
Meaning
crossing
Language Evolution
Travers (Old French), Travis (Anglicized form)
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.
Variants & Derivatives
Trave, Trav, Travis Lee
Modern Popularity & Image
Travis is perceived as a strong and modern name, often associated with a sense of adventure and resilience.
Famous People
Travis Tritt (country singer), Travis Scott (rapper and producer), Travis Pastrana (motorsports competitor)
📊 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 11,577 peak births in 1989
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
Generational Impact
Influenced 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
59.60% 844th/1416 |
- |
10.06% 238th/2366 |
- |
| 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 by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| 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 |
- |
| 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 Alaska 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, usage 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, popularity patterns vary significantly: 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. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.