Trampas
A Spanish name meaning "snares" or "traps", with an origin in the Spanish word trampa.
Name Census estimates that about 365 living Americans carry the first name Trampas. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Trampas today is around 50 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Trampas births was 1971 (35 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Trampas. 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.
People living today
365
~ 1 in 939,053 Americans
Peak year
1971
35 babies that year
Average age
50
years old
2003 SSA rank
#12,611
Tracked since 1964
Popularity
Trampas: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Trampas from the 1960s through to the 2000s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 259 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Trampas 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 Trampas during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Trampas' live
Origin
Meaning and history of Trampas
The name Trampas is believed to have originated from the Spanish language, derived from the word "trampa," which means "trap" or "snare." This name was commonly found in regions where Spanish was spoken, particularly in Spain and parts of Latin America.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Trampas can be traced back to the 16th century, when it appeared in historical documents from Spanish-speaking regions. However, the name's origins may date back even further, as it could have been derived from older words or dialects related to hunting or trapping.
In terms of historical references, the name Trampas has been mentioned in several literary works and accounts from the Spanish colonial era, often associated with characters involved in hunting, exploration, or capturing animals. However, there are no known mentions of this name in major religious texts or ancient scriptures.
One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Trampas was Trampas del Río, a Spanish explorer and hunter who lived in the late 16th century. He was known for his expeditions into the uncharted territories of South America, where he encountered and documented various indigenous communities.
Another prominent figure with this name was Trampas Castillo, a Spanish military commander who fought in the Conquest of Granada during the 15th century. He was renowned for his strategic use of traps and ambushes against the Moorish forces.
In the 18th century, Trampas Fernández was a renowned Spanish bullfighter who gained fame for his daring maneuvers and ability to skillfully trap and subdue bulls in the ring.
During the 19th century, Trampas Montoya was a Mexican rancher and cattle baron known for his vast landholdings and expertise in trapping and managing livestock.
One of the most famous individuals with the name Trampas was Trampas García, a legendary Mexican outlaw and bandit from the early 20th century. He was notorious for his daring robberies and his ability to evade capture, earning him the nickname "El Trampas" (The Trapper).
While the name Trampas has Spanish roots and was more commonly used in the past, it has since become relatively uncommon, especially in modern times. However, its unique meaning and historical connections to hunting, exploration, and daring exploits have contributed to its enduring appeal and significance within certain cultural contexts.
People
Trampas + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Trampas as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Trampas: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Trampas?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 365 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Trampas 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 939,053 US residents.
Is Trampas a common name?
We classify Trampas as "Very Rare". It ranks above 81.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 395 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Trampas most popular?
The single biggest year for Trampas was 1971, when 35 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Trampas is about 50 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Trampas a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Trampas 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.
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.