"homestead, settlement"
Origin: Cornish
Language: Cornish
Treva
A distinctive 2-syllable boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Cornish
Welsh
British
Vintage
Celtic
Rugged
Rare
Meaning & Origin
Popularity Over Time
#17,070
Current Rank
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #17,070
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- Cornish Welsh British
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Trev
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
Sibling Names
Sibling Match
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Also a Girl Name
Treva is also used as a girl name, ranked #71200.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Treva
What does the name Treva mean?
"homestead, settlement" (from Cornish)
What is the origin of the name Treva?
Treva has Cornish, Welsh, and British origins. In Cornish, it means "homestead, settlement".
Is Treva a boy or girl name?
Treva is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #17070. As a girl name, it is ranked #71200. Treva is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Treva?
Treva is currently ranked #17070 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Treva?
Common nicknames for Treva include Trev.
What are good middle names for Treva?
Popular middle name pairings include Treva James, Treva Lee, Treva Dale, Treva Earl, and Treva Roy.
What are good sibling names for Treva?
Names that pair well with Treva as siblings include Trevor, Trevin, Deva, and Reva.
How many syllables does Treva have?
Treva has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Treva a common or rare name?
Treva is an uncommon name, ranked #17070 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Treva
Treva is a boy name with Cornish, Welsh, and British origins . The name means "homestead, settlement" in Cornish .
Is Treva a boy or girl name? Treva is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #17,070 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #71,200. Treva is more commonly used as a boy name.
Treva is currently ranked #17,070 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Treva has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Treva include Trev. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Treva include Trevor, Trevon, Trevion, Trevin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.