"large homestead, big village"
Origin: Cornish/Welsh
Language: English
Trever
Boy Name
#6,312 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A Welsh homestead name with sturdy charm
English
Welsh
American
Classic
Strong
Traditional
Meaning & Origin
"from the town by the sea"
Origin: Welsh
Language: Welsh
The Story of Trever
Trever is an alternate spelling of Trevor, deriving from the Cornish and Welsh words tref (homestead or town) and mawr (large) or from a place name in Cornwall. The name was historically a Welsh surname that crossed over to first-name use, particularly in English-speaking countries during the 20th century.
The Trevor/Trever variants peaked in the US during the 1980s and 1990s, driven by the general popularity of crisp two-syllable names for boys. The alternate spelling Trever is much rarer, used by parents seeking a subtle differentiation.
In Wales, Trevor/Trever is deeply tied to geographic identity — there are several towns named Trefor or Trefwr. The name carries a sense of Welsh Celtic heritage even when used outside Wales.
Fun Facts
- Trevor is a common place name in Wales and Cornwall, meaning large homestead
- The spelling Trever accounts for less than 5% of Trevor-variant registrations in the US
Trever in Other Languages
Welsh
Trefor
French
Trever
German
Trever
Spanish
Trever
Popularity Over Time
#6,312
Current Rank
Peaked 1994
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Trever
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1984
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Athlete
1967
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Trevor Belmont Fictional
Other
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,312
- Total SSA Count
- 14
- Cultural Origins
- English Welsh American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- 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, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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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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Frequently Asked Questions About Trever
What does the name Trever mean?
"large homestead, big village" (from Cornish/Welsh). "from the town by the sea" (from Welsh). Trever is an alternate spelling of Trevor, deriving from the Cornish and Welsh words tref (homestead or town) and mawr (large) or from a place name in Cornwall. The name was historically a Welsh surname that crossed over to first-name use, particularly in English-speaking countries during the 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Trever?
Trever has Cornish/Welsh, Welsh, English, and American origins. In Cornish/Welsh, it means "large homestead, big village". In Welsh, it means "from the town by the sea".
Is Trever a boy or girl name?
Trever is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Trever?
Trever is currently ranked #6312 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Trever?
Common nicknames for Trever include Trev.
What are good middle names for Trever?
Popular middle name pairings include Trever James, Trever Michael, Trever Lee, Trever Alan, Trever Scott, and Trever Paul.
What are good sibling names for Trever?
Names that pair well with Trever as siblings include Connor, Kyle, Megan, Brittany, Tyler, and Logan.
How many syllables does Trever have?
Trever has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Trever a common or rare name?
Trever is an uncommon name, ranked #6312 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Trever
Trever is a boy name with English, Welsh, and American origins . The name means "large homestead, big village" in Cornish/Welsh .
Trever is currently ranked #6,312 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Trever has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Trever include Trev. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Trever include Trevor, Trevon, Trevion, Trevin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.