trev

Trev is a masculine given name commonly used as a shortened form of Trevor. It is also used as an informal standalone nickname in English-speaking regions. In everyday use, Trev may be chosen as a familiar or casual form of a person formally named Trevor, Treavor, or similar names, and some individuals may prefer to be known publicly or professionally as Trev.

Origins and usage. The given name Trevor is of Welsh origin, with the exact meaning debated by name historians. It has long been associated with Welsh place-name roots and has been in use in English-speaking communities since medieval and modern times. The nickname Trev arose from the natural clipped form of Trevor and has become established in its own right as a familiar, informal variant.

Notable usage. Trev is commonly used among people named Trevor or Treavor, including athletes, entertainers, and public figures who may be publicly known by the nickname Trev. Beyond people, Trev is also encountered as a casual handle or screen name in online and social contexts.

Variants and related names. Trevor is the longer form from which Trev is derived; related names and diminutives can include Treavor, Trevyn, and other Welsh-related adaptations. Trev as a standalone name remains less common but is recognized as a distinct informal variant in some communities.

See also. Trevor; Welsh given names; nicknames.