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Travis vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Travis

Boy #362 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crossing, toll bridge operator"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#362
Total SSA Count
914
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Travis Rank #362
King Rank #343

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #362 for Travis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Travis or King more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Travis at #362 in the United States.

What do Travis and King mean?

Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Travis and King boy or girl names?

Travis is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.

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