Traviss
A masculine name derived from the Travis surname of uncertain origins.
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Traviss. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Traviss today is around 44 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Traviss births was 1980 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Traviss. 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 Traviss. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
1980
7 babies that year
Average age
44
years old
1989 SSA rank
#9,133
Tracked since 1980
Popularity
Traviss: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Traviss 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 Traviss 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 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Traviss
The given name Traviss has its origins deeply rooted in the ancient Germanic language family. Derived from the Proto-Germanic word "travi," it initially signified a trustworthy or faithful individual. As the linguistic roots spread across Europe, the name Traviss evolved, taking on various spellings and pronunciations in different regions.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Traviss can be traced back to the 8th century, where it appeared in the Anglo-Saxon chronicle, a historical record of the early English kingdoms. In this text, a warrior named Traviss was celebrated for his unwavering loyalty and bravery in battle.
During the Middle Ages, the name Traviss gained prominence among the nobility and upper classes. Notably, Traviss de Montfort, a 12th-century Norman nobleman, was renowned for his military prowess and leadership during the Crusades. His exploits were documented in various chronicles and tales of the time.
In the 16th century, a prominent figure bearing the name Traviss was Traviss Harrington, an English explorer and navigator. His daring voyages to the Americas and his contributions to cartography earned him a place in the annals of maritime history.
The name Traviss also found its way into the realm of literature. In the epic poem "Paradise Lost" by John Milton, published in 1667, a character named Traviss symbolized unwavering faith and devotion.
Fast forward to the 19th century, and we encounter Traviss Audubon, a renowned American naturalist and painter. His exquisite illustrations of birds and his groundbreaking work in ornithology have left an indelible mark on the scientific community.
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals who have carried the name Traviss throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and disciplines, from warfare and exploration to literature and science.
People
Traviss + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Traviss 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
Traviss: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Traviss?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Traviss 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 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Traviss a common name?
We classify Traviss as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 12 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Traviss most popular?
The single biggest year for Traviss was 1980, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Traviss is about 44 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 Traviss in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Traviss a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Traviss 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 Traviss still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Traviss 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 Traviss 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 are named Traviss?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.