Holding steady.
Popularity of Tevis since 1912
Babies named Tevis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 12 | 5 |
| 1920s | 5 | 0 |
| 1930s | 0 | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 | 0 |
| 1950s | 6 | 11 |
| 1960s | 13 | 20 |
| 1970s | 23 | 87 |
| 1980s | 5 | 112 |
| 1990s | 0 | 152 |
| 2000s | 0 | 76 |
| 2010s | 0 | 26 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tevis is a boy's name that has never appeared in the U.S. top 1000, making it a rare choice. Its first recorded use in Social Security data was in 1912, and its peak year came in 1977. The name is of uncertain origin, possibly stemming from a surname or as a variant of Travis. With a trajectory that has remained stable over the decades, Tevis offers a distinctive option for parents seeking an uncommon name with a straightforward pronunciation.
Tevis is a rare given name of uncertain origin. It may be a transferred use of the English surname Tevis, which itself could be a variant of Travis or from a place name. The name saw modest use in the United States during the 20th century, with a peak in 1977, but remains uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tev
Variants: Teviss, Teevis
Sibling names for Tevis
Names that share Tevis's style, for a brother or sister.
