Tevin
Tevin is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Handsome or gentle (by association with Kevin and Devin).
Origin and history
Tevin is a modern American name created in the late 20th century, likely influenced by names like Kevin and Devin. It gained significant popularity in the early 1990s, partly propelled by R&B singer Tevin Campbell. Today, it remains a recognized name in the United States with steady, moderate usage.
Popularity in the United States
11,717 babies in the United States have been named Tevin since 1880. It ranks #1093 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1485.
States where it is most popular
- TX (8 %)
- FL (7.5 %)
- NC (6.9 %)
- GA (6.5 %)
- CA (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 30 |
| 1980-1990 | 66 |
| 1990-2000 | 8,525 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,338 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,307 |
| 2020-2029 | 446 |
Famous people named Tevin
- Tevin Campbell: Singer, Songwriter
- Tevin Coleman: Athlete
Fun facts
- The name experienced a massive surge in the United States during the early 1990s alongside the rise of R&B singer Tevin Campbell.
- Etymologists view Tevin as a blend of the popular modern names Kevin and Devin.