Travis Tong

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Travis Tong — to cross
249K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Travis Tong is a name that combines French origins. 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 Tong: Tong is a Chinese surname. Tong as transcribed in English however represents of a number of different Chinese surnames. There were 8,589 Tongs in the United States during the year 2000 census, making it the 3,075th surname overall and the 121st surname among Asian and Pacific Islanders. Tong was also listed among the 200-most-common Chinese surnames in a 2010 survey of the Registered Persons Database of Canadian health card recipients in the province of Ontario. 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: Tong

Vietnamese

Tong is a Chinese surname. Tong as transcribed in English however represents of a number of different Chinese surnames. There were 8,589 Tongs in the United States during the year 2000 census, making it the 3,075th surname overall and the 121st surname among Asian and Pacific Islanders. Tong was also listed among the 200-most-common Chinese surnames in a 2010 survey of the Registered Persons Database of Canadian health card recipients in the province of Ontario.

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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 Tong

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 Tong:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Tong?
The surname Tong originates from Vietnamese. Tong is a Chinese surname. Tong as transcribed in English however represents of a number of different Chinese surnames. There were 8,589 Tongs in the United States during the year 2000 census, making it the 3,075th surname overall and the 121st surname among Asian and Pacific Islanders. Tong was also listed among the 200-most-common Chinese surnames in a 2010 survey of the Registered Persons Database of Canadian health card recipients in the province of Ontario.
What are the origins of the name Travis Tong?
The name Travis Tong combines two different traditions: the first name Travis has French roots, while the surname Tong originates from Vietnamese.
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