What is the origin of the name Trevelyan?

Trevelyan is a name of Welsh and English origin. It is often classified as a place, royal & classic name.

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Trevelyan is a 3-syllable name. Use the pronunciation button on this page to hear it spoken aloud.

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Q: What does the name Trevelyan mean?

Trevelyan means "Trevelyan comes from a British surname of place-name origin, linked to Celtic elements and long used in Cornwall and Wales.".

Trevelyan comes from a British surname of place-name origin, linked to Celtic elements and long used in Cornwall and Wales.

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