Tavares
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Tavares is a boy name of Portuguese origin meaning "Occupational surname for a governor or official".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Portuguese
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Occupational surname for a governor or official
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'tabernarius', meaning 'innkeeper' or 'tavern owner', and later adapted into Portuguese as 'Tavares', referring to a governor or official of a taverna (a type of administrative division).
Frequently Asked Questions About Tavares
What does the name Tavares mean?
Tavares means "Occupational surname for a governor or official", and is of Portuguese origin.
What is the origin of the name Tavares?
Tavares originates from Portuguese, commonly used in Europe.
Is Tavares a boy or girl name?
Tavares is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Tavares associated with?
Tavares is associated with Christian.
Last updated: June 2026