Origin and Meaning of Treavor

Brave and courageous

Origin: Welsh - Derived from the Welsh name 'Trevor,' which means 'large village' or 'settlement,' with associations of bravery from its phonetic similarity to ' Trevorus' which carries a meaning of 'brave.'

• Treavor is a less common variation of the name Trevor, which maintains a significant presence in Welsh culture.
• The name Trevor has been widely used in English-speaking countries, particularly in Wales and England, and Treavor follows its phonetic structure.
• Notable bearers of the name include Trevor Noah, the South African comedian and host of 'The Daily Show,' though he is not known as Treavor.
• The name Trevor peaked in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s in the United States, while Treavor has seen less widespread use.
• Variations of the name include Trev, Trevor, and Trevour, with similar names appearing in different cultures, such as the Irish 'Treabh' which means 'to plough.'