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TrevorChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Man from the village

Pronunciation: TREV-or

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Name
Trevor
Meaning
Man from the village
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
TREV-or
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
(Leap Year)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Trevor mean?

Trevor is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Man from the village". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: TREV-or. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Τρέβορ

Τρέβορ σημαίνει μεγάλο σπίτι ή κατοικία

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

TREV-or

IPA

/ˈtrɛvər/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Trevor is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Man from the village. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

(Leap Year)

Lucky Colors

BlueGold

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, artistic, and socially gifted.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes a guardian of spiritual wealth and resources.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Trevor gained popularity in the English speaking world, having been used in literature, music, television, and film. In literature, Trevor is a character in the fictional novel 'The Rise of Silas Lapham' by William Dean Howells. In music, Trevor Horn is a renowned British record producer and musician. In television, Trevor Nunn is a notable British theater and television director. In film, Trevor is a 1998 British drama about the abuse of a young boy by an older man. Beyond the Anglophone world, Trevor has also been used in other cultures like the United States, where it peaked in popularity during the late 20th century.
Trevor as a Christian name holds spiritual significance as a reminder of God's faithfulness and protection. The 'keeper of the treasury' connotation may evoke images of God as the giver and preserver of spiritual and eternal riches. Trevor can also be seen as a reminder of the importance of stewardship and obedience - as keepers of the treasures God has entrusted us with. Additionally, the name may inspire the bearer to strive towards wisdom and understanding, like a wise treasurer managing kingdom affairs faithfully.

Historical Usage

Historical References

The name Trevor has been used throughout Christian history by saints, scholars, and faithful believers who exemplified its meaning.

Throughout Christian History

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Trevor NoahTrevor BauerTrevor Lawrence

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Trevor

Trevor signifies a large or great house or dwelling place

🇮🇱Hebrew

טרבור

טרבור משמעות שם פרטי לא נמצא במקורות עבריים

🇬🇷Greek

Τρέβορ

Τρέβορ σημαίνει μεγάλο σπίτι ή κατοικία

🇮🇹Latin

Trevor

Trevor means great house or large dwelling

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