Trefor

Welsh

"from the large village"

Trefor Origin and Meaning

The name Trefor is a boy's name of Welsh origin.

Trefor is a masculine Welsh name derived from the Welsh elements 'tref' meaning 'town' or 'homestead' and 'mawr' meaning 'great' or 'big,' which evolved to 'Trefmawr' and eventually shortened to Trefor. This name has deep roots in Welsh culture and is traditionally pronounced 'TREV-or' in Wales. Trefor remains relatively common in Wales but is uncommon elsewhere. The name has connections to Welsh geography, with several locations bearing the name. As with many Welsh names, Trefor experienced modest popularity within Wales but has rarely appeared on popularity charts in other English-speaking countries. The name represents Welsh heritage and carries connotations of community and significance within one's homeland.

Famous People Named Trefor

• Trefor Pryce Evans Welsh rugby union player
• Trefor Goronwy British musician of band This Heat
• Trefor Proud British makeup artist
• Trefor Pugh New Zealand footballer
• Trefor (born Treffor) Elliott Davies English cricketer