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Trevor vs Bruce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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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Popularity Comparison

Trevor Rank #626
Bruce Rank #540

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trevor or Bruce more popular?

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

What do Trevor and Bruce mean?

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

Are Trevor and Bruce boy or girl names?

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

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