Our Trinidadian name database contains 527 Trinidadian surnames and 3.086 Trinidadian first names categorized by gender and frequency. After payment you can download the Trinidadian name database in CSV, SQL or JSON format. The Trinidadian names are validated using official governmental databases we received in other countries which contained Trinidadian names as well. To create the Trinidadian name database we used 6.774 validated Trinidadian social media profiles. We have a detailed explanation of our methodology and illustrate our approach with several examples.

Popular Trinidadian surnames

This table show popular Trinidadian surnames. In Trinidad and Tobago, surnames are typically inherited from one's parents. The father's surname is usually passed down to the children, although some families may choose to adopt the mother's surname instead. It is also common for individuals to have multiple surnames, as they may have been adopted or have a different surname from their biological father. Additionally, there is a mix of African, Indian, and European surnames due to the country's diverse cultural heritage.

Surname Frequency*1 Percentage*1 Alternative countries*2
Mohammed 70 1.0% Egyptian Saudi Arabian Nigerian
Williams 64 0.9% American British Canadian
Joseph 58 0.9% American Nigerian Indian
Ali 54 0.8% Pakistani Egyptian Indian
Garcia 50 0.7% Spanish Mexican American
Charles 47 0.7% American British Nigerian
Rodriguez 45 0.7% Spanish American Mexican
Thomas 41 0.6% American British French
Singh 38 0.6% Indian American British
Lewis 34 0.5% American British Canadian
  • *1 The Frequency and Percentage are based on 6.774 Trinidadian social media profiles.
  • *2 Alternative countries are countries where this surname also is used. They are sorted on popularity.

Trinidadian first names

In Trinidad and Tobago, parents typically pick a first name for their child by considering a variety of factors. These may include cultural and religious traditions, family history and naming conventions, personal preferences and popular trends. Many parents also take into account the meaning and significance of the name, and may choose a name that has special significance to them or their family. Ultimately, the decision is a personal one, and parents often take great care in choosing the perfect name for their child.

Popular Trinidadian male names

First name Frequency*1 Percentage*1 Alternative countries*2
Kevin 44 1.1% American British Canadian
David 43 1.1% American British Spanish
Jason 37 0.9% American British Canadian
Antonio 36 0.9% Spanish Italian American
Michael 33 0.8% American British German
Adrian 33 0.8% Spanish American British
Nicholas 32 0.8% American British Australian
Daniel 31 0.8% American British Spanish
Joel 30 0.7% American British Mexican
Carlos 30 0.7% Spanish Mexican American
  • *1 The Frequency and Percentage are based on 6.774 Trinidadian social media profiles from which 4.094 (60%) is male.
  • *2 Alternative countries are countries where this first name also is used. They are sorted on popularity.

Popular Trinidadian female names

First name Frequency*1 Percentage*1 Alternative countries*2
Maria 35 1.3% Spanish American Venezuelan
Trini 22 0.8% Spanish American Argentinean
Melissa 19 0.7% American British Canadian
Cristina 18 0.7% Spanish Italian American
Samantha 17 0.6% American British Canadian
Alicia 17 0.6% American Spanish British
Amanda 15 0.6% American British Brazilian
Patricia 14 0.5% Spanish American Brazilian
Ana 14 0.5% Spanish Brazilian American
Michelle 12 0.4% American British Canadian
  • *1 The Frequency and Percentage are based on 6.774 Trinidadian social media profiles from which 2.680 (40%) is female.
  • *2 Alternative countries are countries where this first name also is used. They are sorted on popularity.