Tavarres
An African name of Ga origin meaning "twin".
Name Census estimates that about 8 living Americans carry the first name Tavarres. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Tavarres today is around 43 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tavarres births was 1980 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tavarres. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Tavarres. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
8
~ 1 in 42,844,292 Americans
Peak year
1980
8 babies that year
Average age
43
years old
1980 SSA rank
#4,894
Tracked since 1980
Popularity
Tavarres: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Tavarres by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Tavarres during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 8 | 0 | 8 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Tavarres
The name Tavarres is an intriguing and uncommon one, with roots that can be traced back to the African continent. According to linguistic experts, the name likely originated from the Akan people of West Africa, specifically in present-day Ghana and Ivory Coast.
One possible derivation of the name Tavarres is from the Akan word "taviri," which means "leader" or "chief." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities or held positions of authority within their communities. It is also plausible that the name is a variation of the Akan name "Tavare," which carries a similar meaning.
While the exact origin and meaning of the name Tavarres remain elusive, its presence in historical records can be traced back several centuries. There are accounts of individuals bearing this name in various African societies, although their specific stories and accomplishments are often lost to time.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Tavarres was a 16th-century tribal leader from the Akan people. While his full name has been lost to history, he is known to have played a significant role in the resistance against European colonization and the preservation of his people's cultural traditions.
In the 19th century, Tavarres Kofi Adjei was a prominent figure in the Asante Empire, serving as a trusted advisor to the Asantehene (king) during a period of political turmoil and conflict with British colonial forces. His wisdom and diplomacy skills were highly regarded, and he is credited with helping to maintain the empire's stability during challenging times.
Moving forward, the name Tavarres gained popularity beyond the African continent, particularly in the Americas. In the early 20th century, Tavarres Nathaniel Johnson was a renowned educator and civil rights activist in the United States. Born in 1892, he dedicated his life to advocating for equal educational opportunities and fought tirelessly against racial segregation and discrimination.
Another notable figure bearing the name Tavarres was Tavarres Hemmingway, a celebrated artist and sculptor from Jamaica. Born in 1932, his works celebrated the vibrant culture and traditions of the Caribbean, and his sculptures adorned public spaces throughout the region.
More recently, Tavarres King was a prominent figure in the world of sports. Born in 1980, he was a talented football player who excelled at the collegiate level and went on to have a successful career in the National Football League (NFL), playing for several teams throughout the 2000s and early 2010s.
While the name Tavarres may not be as widely recognized as some others, it carries a rich cultural heritage and has been borne by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields throughout history. From leaders and advisors to educators, artists, and athletes, the name Tavarres has left an indelible mark on the tapestry of human experience.
People
Tavarres + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tavarres as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Tavarres: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tavarres?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 8 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tavarres going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 42,844,292 US residents.
Is Tavarres a common name?
We classify Tavarres as "Very Rare". It ranks above 24.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 8 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tavarres most popular?
The single biggest year for Tavarres was 1980, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tavarres is about 43 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Tavarres in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Tavarres a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tavarres in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Tavarres still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Tavarres in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Tavarres can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Tavarres as a first name?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.