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Bruce vs Trevor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bruce

Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#540
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Trevor

Boy #626 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"large homestead, great settlement"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#626
Total SSA Count
451
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bruce Rank #540
Trevor Rank #626

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 vs #626 for Trevor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bruce or Trevor more popular?

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 compared to Trevor at #626 in the United States.

What do Bruce and Trevor mean?

Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin). Trevor means "large homestead, great settlement" (Welsh origin).

Are Bruce and Trevor boy or girl names?

Bruce is primarily a boy name. Trevor is primarily a boy name.

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