Trevor Bright

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Trevor Bright — large settlement
60K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Trevor Bright is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Trevor is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Trevor (Trefor in the Welsh language) is a common given name or surname of Welsh origin. It is an habitational name, deriving from the Welsh tre(f), meaning "homestead", or "settlement" and fawr, meaning "large, big". The Cornish language equivalent is Trevorrow and is most associated with Ludgvan. Trevor is also a reduced Anglicized form of the Gaelic Ó Treabhair (descendant of Treabhar), which may derive from the original Welsh name. The surname Bright: A. D. Bright (1838–1898), Justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court Adam Bright (born 1984), Australian pitcher Alfred L. Bright (1940–2019), American artist Anna Bright (born 1999), American professional pickleball player Annie Bright (1840–1913), Australian journalist and spiritualist Bill Bright (1921–2003), American evangelist Bobby Bright (born 1952), U.S. Trevor is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 60K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Trevor reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Trevor

Meaning: large settlement

Celtic

Trevor (Trefor in the Welsh language) is a common given name or surname of Welsh origin. It is an habitational name, deriving from the Welsh tre(f), meaning "homestead", or "settlement" and fawr, meaning "large, big". The Cornish language equivalent is Trevorrow and is most associated with Ludgvan. Trevor is also a reduced Anglicized form of the Gaelic Ó Treabhair (descendant of Treabhar), which may derive from the original Welsh name.

Surname: Bright

English

A. D. Bright (1838–1898), Justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court Adam Bright (born 1984), Australian pitcher Alfred L. Bright (1940–2019), American artist Anna Bright (born 1999), American professional pickleball player Annie Bright (1840–1913), Australian journalist and spiritualist Bill Bright (1921–2003), American evangelist Bobby Bright (born 1952), U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 11%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Trevor Bright

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 Trevor Bright:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

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 Trevor?
The first name Trevor originates from Celtic. Trevor (Trefor in the Welsh language) is a common given name or surname of Welsh origin. It is an habitational name, deriving from the Welsh tre(f), meaning "homestead", or "settlement" and fawr, meaning "large, big". The Cornish language equivalent is Trevorrow and is most associated with Ludgvan. Trevor is also a reduced Anglicized form of the Gaelic Ó Treabhair (descendant of Treabhar), which may derive from the original Welsh name.
When was Trevor most popular?
The name Trevor reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bright?
The surname Bright originates from English. A. D. Bright (1838–1898), Justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court Adam Bright (born 1984), Australian pitcher Alfred L. Bright (1940–2019), American artist Anna Bright (born 1999), American professional pickleball player Annie Bright (1840–1913), Australian journalist and spiritualist Bill Bright (1921–2003), American evangelist Bobby Bright (born 1952), U.S.
What are the origins of the name Trevor Bright?
The name Trevor Bright combines two different traditions: the first name Trevor has Celtic roots, while the surname Bright originates from English.
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