What is the origin of the name Tavares?

Tavares is a name of Spanish origin.

How popular is the name Tavares?

Tavares is currently ranked #6124 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Tavares?

Tavares is pronounced tuh-VAH-rehs.

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Tavares

tuh-VAH-rehs

Popularity

#6124

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Spanish

Total Births

2,989

Peak Year

#173 in 1976

First Recorded

1974

Style

Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

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

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Tav Rez

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Numerology

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Famous Namesakes

John Tavares
Canadian professional ice hockey player

Nicknames

Tav Rez

Similar Names

Deandre Jamarcus Terrell

Personality Traits

StrongReliableResilientLoyal

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