Holding steady.
Popularity of Trevante since 1986
Babies named Trevante per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 144 |
| 2000s | 39 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Trevante is a modern American coinage that first appeared on birth certificates in 1986, reflecting a trend of blending familiar names to create distinctive new ones. Its peak usage occurred in 1993, though it has never broken into the top 1,000 names nationally. The name's stable trajectory suggests it remains a rare choice, appreciated for its unique sound and Afro-American cultural resonance. While no single state shows a particular concentration, its use has been most notable among African American communities in the South and Midwest.
Trevante first appeared in the United States in the 1980s, likely as a blend of the established names Trevor and Dante. It may also be influenced by French place names like Trévant. The name gained modest use in the 1990s, particularly among African American families, but has never entered widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Trev, Vante
Variants: Trevanti, Trevonta
Sibling names for Trevante
Names that share Trevante's style, for a brother or sister.
