Declining since 2022, #4,707 for boys today.
Popularity of Tavish since 1982
Babies named Tavish per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 100 |
| 1990s | 210 |
| 2000s | 152 |
| 2010s | 184 |
| 2020s | 134 |
Meaning & origin
Tavish is a rare Scottish name that appeared in U.S. birth records only in 1982, ranking outside the top 4,000 for most of its history. It reached its peak popularity in 1993, likely due to general interest in Scottish names around that time. As a name with one-in-81,337 usage in 2025, it remains an uncommon choice. Its trajectory has been falling since 2022, making it a distinctive option for families with Scottish heritage. No U.S. state has recorded Tavish among its most popular names, reflecting its scattered, niche use.
Tavish is a name of uncertain origin, though it is believed to be a variant of the Scottish Gaelic surname Tammas or a place name derived from 'tom' (hill) and 'ais' (side). It has been used as a given name in Scotland and among Scottish diaspora since the late 20th century. Its rise in the United States began in the 1980s, possibly influenced by similar-sounding names like Travis.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tav, Tavy
Sibling names for Tavish
Names that share Tavish's style, for a brother or sister.
