Travares

“Derived from the name Traverse, which is associated with crossing or traveling.”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1953US 2023

247Births / yr

→Stable

85All-time births

📅 Since 197500

What does Travares mean and where does it come from?

Travares is a modern American name, not widely found outside of the United States. The name has appeared in various cultural contexts but is predominantly used in African American communities. Travares may have connections to familial heritage or a unique interpretation of resilience and adventure.

Cultural significance

Travares has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the name traverse, which is associated with crossing or traveling..

Peak popularity

Reached #3087 in 1980 — currently #1953 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Travares?

Travares works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Travares Grace

How popular is Travares right now?

Holding steady — currently #1953 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#1953 · Top 1.4%

1975

1980

1985

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1953	247	▲ up 5 · +9% births
2022	#1958	227	▲ up 5 · +15% births
2021	#1963	197	▲ up 5199 · +3840% births
1985	#7162	5	▼ down 4075 · -67% births
1980	#3087	15	▲ up 570 · +50% births
1975	#3657	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Travares

Best Year2023Rank #1953

Peak Count247

Average Rank#3297

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20236 years

The story of Travares

Travares is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 85 total births recorded, Travares remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3657 in 1975 to #1953 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Travares in 1980:

Michael Christopher Jason David James

Travares by decade

Travares peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	27
1980s ★	46
1990s	7
2000s	5

💎Travares has only 85 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Travares?

Common

TraTravTravieTravyAres

What names sound and feel like Travares?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Travares also consider these

Trevares

American · Of the harvest

Tarvares

American · from the land

Portugal · descendant of Tavares

Davares

American · from the valley

Tavarres

American · descendant of Tavares,

Javares

American · Possible variant of

Common questions about the name Travares

What does the name Travares mean?

Travares means "Derived from the name Traverse, which is associated with crossing or traveling." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Travares?

Travares is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Travares?

Travares originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Travares?

Travares pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Travares a common or rare name?

Travares is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.