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Trevor Noah
Entertainer
1984
South African-American comedian and former host of The Daily Show
Trever
Boy
#6312 most popular
English
Welsh
American
Meanings & Origins
"large homestead, big village"
Origin: Cornish/Welsh
Language: English
"from the town by the sea"
Origin: Welsh
Language: Welsh
Popularity
#6312
Current Rank
2
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“A Welsh homestead name with sturdy charm”
Origin & Etymology
Trever is an alternate spelling of Trevor, deriving from the Cornish and Welsh words tref (homestead or town) and mawr (large) or from a place name in Cornwall. The name was historically a Welsh surname that crossed over to first-name use, particularly in English-speaking countries during the 20th century.
Popularity Story
The Trevor/Trever variants peaked in the US during the 1980s and 1990s, driven by the general popularity of crisp two-syllable names for boys. The alternate spelling Trever is much rarer, used by parents seeking a subtle differentiation.
Cultural Significance
In Wales, Trevor/Trever is deeply tied to geographic identity — there are several towns named Trefor or Trefwr. The name carries a sense of Welsh Celtic heritage even when used outside Wales.
Fun Facts
- Trevor is a common place name in Wales and Cornwall, meaning large homestead
- The spelling Trever accounts for less than 5% of Trevor-variant registrations in the US
Trever in Other Languages
Welsh
Trefor
French
Trever
German
Trever
Spanish
Trever
Popularity Over Time
Peaked 1994
No historical data available.
Nicknames
Trev
Middle Names
James
Michael
Lee
Alan
Scott
Paul
Name Vibe
Classic
Strong
Traditional
Famous People Named Trever
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Trevor Hoffman
Athlete
1967
Hall of Fame MLB pitcher, one of the greatest closers in baseball history
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Trevor Belmont Fictional
Other
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