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Travis

American  
[trav-is] / ˈtræv ɪs /

noun

  1. William Barret, 1809–36, U.S. soldier: commander during the battle of the Alamo.

  2. a male given name.


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“Syd was the first to start getting a haircut from him, then Travis went to him,” Boyce says.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2026

The French electro duo Justice is composing the soundtrack for "GTA VI" and an album built around the game's universe brings together musicians including rapper Travis Scott and Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards.

From Barron's ● Nov. 9, 2026

Fielder Travis Head did not have to move.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

Five miles of trails along Lake Travis allow guests to stroll among native grasses, wildflowers, mesquites and other hardwoods.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026

“Really?” said Travis, digesting this information and then looking at me with puzzlement.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly

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