Travin

“to cross”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1652US 2023

548Births / yr

→Stable

433All-time births

📅 Since 197800

What does Travin mean and where does it come from?

Travin is a modern name that appears to derive from Travis. The name Travis is of French origin, meaning 'to cross' or 'crossroads', and it gained popularity in English-speaking countries from the 19th century onward. As with many contemporary names, Travin may reflect a desire for distinctive phone

Cultural significance

Travin has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #3621 in 1993 — currently #1652 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Travin?

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

Travin Grace

How popular is Travin right now?

Holding steady — currently #1652 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#1652 · Top 1.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1652	548	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1657	528	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1662	498	▲ up 8231 · +7014% births
2015	#9893	7	▼ down 3740 · -50% births
2010	#6153	14	▼ down 1215 · -18% births
2005	#4938	17	▲ up 247 · +21% births
2000	#5185	14	▲ up 1014 · +56% births
1995	#6199	9	▼ down 523
1990	#5676	9	▼ down 1029
1985	#4647	9	▲ up 2427 · +80% births
1980	#7074	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Travin

Best Year2023Rank #1652

Peak Count548

Average Rank#4976

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 202311 years

The story of Travin

Travin is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1978. With 433 total births recorded, Travin remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7074 in 1980 to #1652 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Travin in 1993:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Tyler

Travin by decade

Travin peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	50
1990s	117
2000s ★	171
2010s	90

💎Travin has only 433 total recorded births since 1978 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Travin?

Common

TraTravTravieTravyAvin

What names sound and feel like Travin?

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

Trayvin

American · variant of Trayvon

Traevin

American · Variant of Traven,

American · variant of Trevor

Dravin

American · Derived from a

Tavin

American · little poet

Ravin

American · Variant of Raven,

Common questions about the name Travin

What does the name Travin mean?

Travin means "English" — 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 Travin?

Travin 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 Travin?

Travin 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.

Is Travin a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Travin?

Travin naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.