Travis Davies

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Travis Davies — to cross
249K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Travis Davies is a name combining French origins, bringing together "to cross" (Travis) with "son of David" (Davies). The first name Travis is a masculine given name of French origin. Travis is mainly an English masculine given name of French origin. It is derived from the word "traverser" or "to cross", and was given to toll collectors who stood by a bridge or crossing. Travis Adams (born 2000), American baseball player Travis Alabanza (born 1995), British artist, writer and theatre maker Travis Alexander (1977–2008), American salesman who was murdered by his ex-girlfriend Travis Allen (born 1973), American politician Travis Baldree (born 1977), American author, audiobook narrator, and video game designer Travis Banton (1894–1958), American costume designer Travis Barker (. The surname Davies: Davies is a patronymic Welsh surname meaning "son of David". It is the second most common surname in Wales, a rank it shares with "Williams", and the eighth most common surname in England, where many people have Welsh ancestry. It is particularly widespread in southwest England, especially Cornwall, and in the areas of northwest England that are near the border with Wales. In the United States, the variant "Davis" is much more common. In the United Kingdom, the surname is usually pronounced the same as "Davis". Travis is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 249K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Travis reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Travis

Meaning: to cross

French

Travis is mainly an English masculine given name of French origin. It is derived from the word "traverser" or "to cross", and was given to toll collectors who stood by a bridge or crossing. Travis Adams (born 2000), American baseball player Travis Alabanza (born 1995), British artist, writer and theatre maker Travis Alexander (1977–2008), American salesman who was murdered by his ex-girlfriend Travis Allen (born 1973), American politician Travis Baldree (born 1977), American author, audiobook narrator, and video game designer Travis Banton (1894–1958), American costume designer Travis Barker (.

Surname: Davies

Meaning: son of David

Welsh

Davies is a patronymic Welsh surname meaning "son of David". It is the second most common surname in Wales, a rank it shares with "Williams", and the eighth most common surname in England, where many people have Welsh ancestry. It is particularly widespread in southwest England, especially Cornwall, and in the areas of northwest England that are near the border with Wales. In the United States, the variant "Davis" is much more common. In the United Kingdom, the surname is usually pronounced the same as "Davis".

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Travis is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Travis by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Travis Davies

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Travis Davies:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Travis?
The first name Travis originates from French. Travis is mainly an English masculine given name of French origin. It is derived from the word "traverser" or "to cross", and was given to toll collectors who stood by a bridge or crossing. Travis Adams (born 2000), American baseball player Travis Alabanza (born 1995), British artist, writer and theatre maker Travis Alexander (1977–2008), American salesman who was murdered by his ex-girlfriend Travis Allen (born 1973), American politician Travis Baldree (born 1977), American author, audiobook narrator, and video game designer Travis Banton (1894–1958), American costume designer Travis Barker (.
When was Travis most popular?
The name Travis reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Davies?
The surname Davies originates from Welsh. Davies is a patronymic Welsh surname meaning "son of David". It is the second most common surname in Wales, a rank it shares with "Williams", and the eighth most common surname in England, where many people have Welsh ancestry. It is particularly widespread in southwest England, especially Cornwall, and in the areas of northwest England that are near the border with Wales. In the United States, the variant "Davis" is much more common. In the United Kingdom, the surname is usually pronounced the same as "Davis".
What are the origins of the name Travis Davies?
The name Travis Davies combines two different traditions: the first name Travis has French roots, while the surname Davies originates from Welsh.
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