Of the silversmith; from the town of Tavares
A Portuguese surname turned given name, it likely originated as a habitational name from the parish of Tavares in Portugal. The etymology is thought to be pre-Roman, possibly related to the word for a silversmith or metalworker. It gained some popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly within the African American community.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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Member of the R&B group Tavares
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