Trevor

Pronunciation: [ tr-EHV-er ]

Boy Name #626 Most Popular Steady 2 Syllables

A sturdy Welsh homestead name with enduring character

English Welsh American Irish

Classic Strong Traditional Earthy Vintage

Meaning & Origin

"large homestead, great settlement"

Origin: Welsh

Language: English

"great town"

Origin: Welsh

Language: Welsh

The Story of Trevor

Trevor derives from the Welsh place name Trefor, composed of tref (homestead, town) and mawr (large), meaning from the large homestead or great settlement. It originated as a Welsh surname particularly common in North Wales before traveling to England and Ireland as a given name in the 20th century. The name carries the earthy, practical qualities of its agricultural Welsh roots.

Trevor was a top-100 US boys name throughout the 1990s, part of the Celtic-surname trend alongside Connor, Colin, and Brendan. It peaked in 1997 and has declined since as newer alternatives gained favor with parents.

Trevor is firmly embedded in Welsh heritage, still common in Wales as both surname and given name. In South Africa, Trevor is a notably common name across communities, with comedian Trevor Noah raising its global profile as host of The Daily Show.

Fun Facts

The Welsh village of Trefor on the Lleyn Peninsula in North Wales is the geographic origin of this name
Trevor Noah, born in Johannesburg in 1984, brought South African prominence to this traditionally Welsh name

Trevor in Other Languages

Irish Trevor

Welsh Trefor

French Trevor

German Trevor

Spanish Trevor

Famous People Named Trevor

Trevor Noah

Entertainer

1984

South African comedian who hosted The Daily Show on Comedy Central from 2015 to 2022

Trevor Berbick

Athlete

1954

World heavyweight boxing champion and the last fighter to defeat Muhammad Ali

Trevor Philips Fictional

Other

Volatile protagonist of Grand Theft Auto V, a criminal and arms dealer from the Canadian prairies

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #626
Total SSA Count: 451
Cultural Origins: English Welsh American Irish
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Trevon #1921 Trevion #3964 Trevin #4153

Common Nicknames

Trev

Pairs Well With

Trevor James Trevor Scott Trevor Michael Trevor Lee Trevor John

Sibling Names

Ethan Logan Connor Paige Kayla

Also a Girl Name

Trevor is also used as a girl name, ranked #47752.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trevor

What does the name Trevor mean?

"large homestead, great settlement" (from Welsh). "great town" (from Welsh). Trevor derives from the Welsh place name Trefor, composed of tref (homestead, town) and mawr (large), meaning from the large homestead or great settlement. It originated as a Welsh surname particularly common in North Wales before traveling to England and Ireland as a given name in the 20th century. The name carries the earthy, practical qualities of its agricultural Welsh roots.

What is the origin of the name Trevor?

Trevor has Welsh, English, American, and Irish origins. In Welsh, it means "large homestead, great settlement". In Welsh, it means "great town".

Is Trevor a boy or girl name?

Trevor is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #626. As a girl name, it is ranked #47752. Trevor is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Trevor?

Trevor is pronounced tr-EHV-er.

How popular is the name Trevor?

Trevor is currently ranked #626 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Trevor?

Common nicknames for Trevor include Trev.

What are good middle names for Trevor?

Popular middle name pairings include Trevor James, Trevor Scott, Trevor Michael, Trevor Lee, and Trevor John.

What are good sibling names for Trevor?

Names that pair well with Trevor as siblings include Ethan, Logan, Connor, Paige, and Kayla.

How many syllables does Trevor have?

Trevor has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Trevor a common or rare name?

Trevor is moderately common, ranked #626 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.

About the Name Trevor

Trevor is a boy name with English, Welsh, American, and Irish origins . The name means "large homestead, great settlement" in Welsh .

Is Trevor a boy or girl name? Trevor is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #626 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #47,752. Trevor is more commonly used as a boy name.

Trevor is currently ranked #626 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Trevor has 2 syllables and is pronounced tr-EHV-er, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Trevor include Trev. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Trevor include Trevon, Trevion, Trevin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.