Find out how popular the first name Tevin has been for the last 49 years (from 1975 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Tevin by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Tevin is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 99% of people named Tevin being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 77 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Tevin.

The history of the first name Tevin

The name Tevin is believed to have originated from the Irish name Tadhg, which is derived from the Celtic word "taidg" meaning a poet or philosopher. The name Tevin gained popularity in the English-speaking world, particularly in the United States, as a variant of the Irish name Tadhg.

In its early days, the name Tevin was primarily used in Ireland and other Celtic regions. It is thought to have been introduced to the English-speaking world during the medieval period when Irish monks and scholars traveled to other parts of Europe, bringing their language and cultural traditions with them.

While there are no definitive historical records of the name Tevin appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the name's Irish roots suggest it may have been used by Celtic poets and philosophers in pre-Christian times.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Tevin can be found in the 16th century, when it was used by Irish families. In the late 18th century, the name gained some popularity in the United States, particularly among families with Irish heritage.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Tevin. One of the earliest was Tevin MacCarthy (1592-1628), an Irish nobleman and soldier who fought in the Irish Confederate Wars. Another was Tevin O'Halloran (1766-1828), an Irish-American Revolutionary War veteran and early settler in Kentucky.

In more recent times, Tevin Campbell (born 1976) is a famous American singer and songwriter who rose to prominence in the 1990s with hits like "Can We Talk" and "I'm Ready." Tevin Farmer (born 1990) is an American professional boxer who held multiple world championships in the super featherweight division.

Other notable figures with the name Tevin include Tevin Mack (born 1996), an American professional basketball player, and Tevin Reese (born 1991), an American former college football player and track and field athlete.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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