Trever

“from the big village”

Wales origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6476US 2023

14Births / yr

↑Rising

6.3kAll-time births

📅 Since 196200.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Trever

TRAY·VER

/ˈtreɪ.ˈvɝ/ · stress on TRAY · 2 syllables

“from the big village”

Wales origin · Boy name

What does Trever mean and where does it come from?

Trever is a variant of the name Trevor, which is derived from Welsh origins. The name is often interpreted as meaning 'from the big village' or 'homestead.' It became popular in Wales during the 20th century and has seen a rise in usage in English-speaking countries. Notable figures with this name i

Cultural significance

Trever has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Wales-speaking communities, where it reflects values of welsh.

Peak popularity

Reached #660 in 1994 — currently #6476 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Trever?

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

Trever Grace

How popular is Trever right now?

Rising fast — up 2434 spots — currently #6476 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1965–2023#6476 · Top 4.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6476	14	▲ up 2434 · +56% births
2022	#8910	9	▼ down 1377 · -18% births
2021	#7533	11	▼ down 2823 · -45% births
2020	#4710	20	▼ down 2018 · -56% births
2015	#2692	45	▼ down 1087 · -54% births
2010	#1605	98	▼ down 504 · -35% births
2005	#1101	150	▼ down 293 · -25% births
2000	#808	200	▼ down 76 · -7% births
1995	#732	215	▲ up 20 · +17% births
1990	#752	184	▲ up 230 · +111% births
1985	#982	87	▼ down 48 · -5% births
1980	#934	92	▼ down 17 · +14% births
1975	#917	81	▲ up 175 · +42% births
1970	#1092	57	▲ up 991 · +256% births
1965	#2083	16	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Trever

Best Year1995Rank #732

Peak Count215

Average Rank#2755

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1965 - 202315 years

The story of Trever

Trever is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1962. With 6,262 total births recorded, Trever remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2083 in 1965, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6476 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Trever in 1994:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Tyler

Trever by decade

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

Decade	Births
1960s	216
1970s	778
1980s	1,043
1990s ★	2,173
2000s	1,540
2010s	492
2020s	20

💎With 6,262 total births, Trever is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Trever?

Common

TreTrevTrevieTrevyEver

What names sound and feel like Trever?

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

Welsh · to cross over;

Traver

American · to traverse or

Drever

International · A International name

Clever

English · Intelligent, skillful, quick-witted

Klever

Germanic · German

Chever

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Trever

What does the name Trever mean?

Trever means "Welsh" — a name rooted in Wales 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 Trever?

Trever is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Trever have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Trever?

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

How do you pronounce the name Trever?

Trever is a two-syllable name pronounced T R EY1 V ER1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Trever trending right now?

Trever is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.