Travis

frenchenglishBoy★★★★☆ Popular

Origin and Meaning

The name Travis is a boy's name of french and english origin meaning “crossing or tollgate”.

Travis is a name with French origins, stemming from 'traverser', meaning to cross. It's often associated with the American West, conjuring up images of rugged landscapes and adventure. The name has held a steady popularity over the decades, often seen as a solid, reliable choice. Musically inclined parents might think of Travis Barker, the drummer of Blink-182, adding a rock 'n' roll edge to the name. Travis is straightforward, with no widely used shortened form, making it perfect for those who prefer a name that stands alone.

At a Glance

Originfrench, english
GenderBoy
Meaningcrossing or tollgate
Popularity★★★★☆ (7/10)
Syllables2
Starts withT
Stylesclassic, popular

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