Trayvon

Trayvon Origin and Meaning

The name Trayvon is a boy's name.

Trayvon is a modern masculine name that gained particular prominence in the 2010s following the tragic death of Trayvon Martin in 2012. The name appears to be a variant of Travon, which itself may be a variation of Trevor or Travis. The name follows phonetic patterns common in American naming, with the distinctive 'ay' spelling adding a unique touch to the more traditional 'a' in Travon. Trevor has Old Welsh origins meaning "large village," while Travis derives from a French surname meaning "to cross." Trayvon began appearing in usage records in the 1970s and 1980s but remained relatively uncommon until recent decades. The name has a strong, distinctive sound with its two syllables and 'on' ending that appears in many masculine names such as Jason, Mason, and Brandon.

Trayvon Rank in US Top 1000

# 966 in the US

Famous People Named Trayvon

• Trayvon Martin slain Florida teen
• Trayvon Robinson American baseball player