Lewis vs Travis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

English Welsh French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
728
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lew, Louie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lewis Rank #435
Travis Rank #362

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 vs #435 for Lewis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lewis ___

  • Lewis James
  • Lewis Arthur
  • Lewis Charles
  • Lewis Thomas
  • Lewis Henry
  • Lewis George

Travis ___

  • Travis James
  • Travis Lee
  • Travis Michael
  • Travis Scott
  • Travis Wayne
  • Travis Allen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lewis

Albert Arthur Harriet Florence Edith

If you choose Travis

Cody Mason Brooke Hayley Dylan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lewis or Travis more popular?

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 compared to Lewis at #435 in the United States.

What do Lewis and Travis mean?

Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin). Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin).

Are Lewis and Travis boy or girl names?

Lewis is primarily a boy name. Travis is primarily a boy name.

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