Travis
Gender: Boy
Meaning: To cross or toll collector at a crossing
Origin: Old French
Popularity: Ranked #434 in 2025 with 732 babies born.
History: Travis derives from the Old French 'traverser,' meaning to cross, and was an occupational surname for someone who collected tolls at a bridge or river crossing. It became a given name in the United States, particularly popular in the American South and West. Country singer Travis Tritt and rapper Travis Scott are among its notable bearers.
Famous people named Travis: Travis Scott (rapper), Travis Kelce (football player)
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Travis? About 1 in 4,547 babies born in 2025 were named Travis, or roughly 2 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Travis
What does the name Travis mean?
Travis means “To cross or toll collector at a crossing” from Old French roots.
What is the origin of the name Travis?
Travis has Old French origin. The traditional meaning is “To cross or toll collector at a crossing”.
How popular is Travis?
Travis ranked #434 in 2025 — given to 732 babies that year.
When was Travis most popular?
Travis peaked in 1989 with 11,528 babies registered that year.
Is Travis a boy or girl name?
Travis is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Traviss in registered births are male.
Is the name Travis rising or falling in popularity?
Travis has fallen 96 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #338 in 2020 to #434 in 2025.
How long has Travis been recorded?
Travis appears in birth records across 144 years — from 1880 through 2025.