Marshall vs Travis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marshall

Boy #392 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"keeper of horses, horse servant"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#392
Total SSA Count
830
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mars, Marsh

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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
Nicknames
Trav

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Marshall Rank #392
Travis Rank #362

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 vs #392 for Marshall.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Marshall ___

  • Marshall James
  • Marshall Thomas
  • Marshall Lee
  • Marshall Wayne
  • Marshall David
  • Marshall Allen

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 Marshall

Lincoln Theodore Harrison Eleanor Harriet

If you choose Travis

Cody Mason Brooke Hayley Dylan

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshall or Travis more popular?

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 compared to Marshall at #392 in the United States.

What do Marshall and Travis mean?

Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin). Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin).

Are Marshall and Travis boy or girl names?

Marshall is primarily a boy name. Travis is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons