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Tavares

tuh-VAH-rehs

Tavares is a boy’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “A Portuguese surname meaning 'from Tavares' - a place name derived from 'torre' meaning tower.”. It currently ranks #6124 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1976.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginSpanish

What Tavares Means

A Portuguese surname meaning 'from Tavares' - a place name derived from 'torre' meaning tower.

The Story of Tavares

In Portuguese villages, families with this name were defined by the stone towers that guarded their lands, and now that strength belongs to your son.

Tavares is a Portuguese surname, derived from the place name Tavares, which itself likely stems from 'torre,' the word for tower. This name traveled from medieval Portugal, where families were associated with defensive structures or regions known for them. As descendants migrated, the surname transitioned in some instances to become a given name, carrying the historical association with steadfastness and a solid foundation.

When you consider the name Tavares for your son, imagine the solid, unyielding presence of a tower standing against the elements. It is a name you can speak with confidence, a declaration of reliability. This is a name that will feel strong on his birth announcement, grounding him from the very start, a promise of loyalty you already see in his tiny hand.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • John Tavares

    Canadian professional ice hockey player

Personality Traits

StrongReliableResilientLoyal

Peak Year

#173 in 1976

Total Births

2,989

First Recorded

1974

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