NAME PROFILE

Ruffin

A modern American blend combining 'Quan' and 'Tavis,' signifying 'twin' or 'son of David.' This name represents a person who is creative, resilient, and possesses a vibrant, trailblazing personality.

Key Stats

Total births560
GenderMale (16% / 84%)
Peak year1928
Peak generationSilent Gen
First recorded1914
Most recent1954
Syllables2
OriginAfrican-American, English
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Name Traits & Attributes

🏛️ Vintage Heritage✨ Double Letter

Top States

NC — 65%LA — 35%MT — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Quantavis Hicks (Collegiate Football Player) · Quantavis Smith (High School Athlete and Scholar) · Quantavis Johnson (Inspirational Community Speaker) · Quantavis Brown (Emerging Visual Artist) · Quantavis Williams (Academic Leader and Researcher)

Nicknames & Diminutives

QuanTayTavis

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