Trevelyan

Trevelyan is an English boy's name with deep Cornish roots. Originating from Trevelyan in Saint Veep, Cornwall, the name is derived from Middle Cornish tref, meaning "estate farmland," combined with an Old Cornish name equivalent to Old Breton Ilian or Old Cornish Milian. Trevelyan can also mean "Elian's homestead" or "homestead on the hill," making it a beautifully evocative choice for a little one to appreciate the serene beauty of country living. As Cornwall is one of the original six Celtic nations, Trevelyan is a wonderful way to honor this ancient cultural heritage, especially if your family has Cornish ties. Cornish surnames were often either topographic, referring to natural features like hills or streams, or habitational, based on particular settlements. In Trevelyan's case, it's definitely the best of both worlds!