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Tra

TRAH · Of uncertain origin; possibly a short form of Travis or a variant spelling of Trae.

Peak popularity
1992
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Tra since 1987

Babies named Tra per year in U.S. Social Security records.

1123341990200020102020Most births 1992Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s13
1990s159
2000s69
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Tra is a rare, modern name that entered U.S. records in 1987, likely conceived as a short form of Travis or a respelling of Trae. Its popularity peaked in 1992 with a handful of births, and it has since maintained a stable, low usage. The name has never appeared in the top 1000 and carries no established meaning or etymology, making it a unique choice for parents seeking an unconventional, modern-sounding name for a boy.

Tra first appeared in U.S. records in 1987, likely as a short form of Travis or a respelling of the nickname Trae. Its usage has remained rare, peaking modestly in 1992. No clear etymological roots have been established beyond its modern coinage.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Trae

Sibling names for Tra

Names that share Tra's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Mia, Lea, Nia, Tia, Kia

Brothers: Trey, Troy, Ty, Kai, Jax

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Tra mean?
The meaning of Tra is uncertain. It may be a short form of Travis or a modern spelling variant of Trae, which itself is often a nickname for names like Tracy or Travis.
How popular is the name Tra?
Tra has never ranked in the top 1000 U.S. names. Its peak usage was in 1992, and it has remained very rare since.
Is Tra a boy's or girl's name?
Tra is almost exclusively used for boys, based on U.S. Social Security data.