Holding steady.
Popularity of Travius since 1974
Babies named Travius per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 32 |
| 1990s | 92 |
| 2000s | 37 |
| 2010s | 15 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Travius is a modern American invention, first recorded in 1974. It has never cracked the top 1000 names, maintaining a consistently low but stable usage; its peak year was 1994. As of 2025, it remains a rare choice, with no top states recorded. The name likely emerged from the trend of creating unique names by blending familiar sounds, such as the 'Tra-' from Travis or Tracy with the Latin-sounding '-ius' suffix popular in the late 20th century. Its scarcity makes it a distinctive option for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Travius appears to be a modern coinage, possibly blending the popular prefix 'Tra-' (as in Travis) with the fashionable '-ius' suffix. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1974, suggesting a recent invention with no clear historical or linguistic root.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Trav, T
Sibling names for Travius
Names that share Travius's style, for a brother or sister.
