Deven Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DEV-en //ˈdɛv.ən//
Origin: English; Sanskrit
Meaning: English: 'young warrior'; Sanskrit: 'god of the sun'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Deven has its roots in the Old English and Middle English languages, deriving from the word "deofon," which means "divine" or "heavenly." This etymological lineage can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic *deiwaz, which also relates to the concept of divinity, and is connected to the Latin word "deus," meaning "god." The name has evolved through various linguistic phases, ultimately finding its way into modern English as Deven, often associated with notions of divinity and celestial qualities. Historically, the name Deven does not have a singular notable figure but is part of a broader tradition of names that evoke divine attributes.
In the context of biblical literature, the concept of divinity is prevalent, with numerous figures throughout the Old and New Testaments embodying divine characteristics or serving as messengers of God. The translation of the Bible into English, particularly the King James Version in the early 17th century, helped solidify the importance of names with divine connotations, although Deven itself does not appear directly in these texts.
Culturally, names that suggest divinity or heavenly qualities have been significant in various traditions, often symbolizing hope, purity, and a connection to the divine. The name Deven may resonate with these themes, reflecting a desire for spiritual connection or guidance.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as Devin or Devan have emerged, which maintain the original's essence while offering variations that have been embraced in different contexts. Overall, Deven embodies a rich historical and linguistic heritage that underscores its enduring appeal.
Famous people named Deven
In this section, you will find notable people named Deven. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Deven who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Deven who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Deven Sharma is a business executive best known for serving as the President of Standard & Poor's and for his role in the financial services industry.
Deven S. Patel is an actor best known for his roles in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, and the TV series The Good Doctor.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Deven was first seen in the United States in 1954.
Deven has ranked as high as #825 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Deven has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Deven is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Deven was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Deven (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Deven.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 51 |
| 2023 | 47 |
| 2022 | 47 |
| 2021 | 57 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2019 | 68 |
| 2018 | 65 |
| 2017 | 89 |
| 2016 | 96 |
| 2015 | 108 |
| 2014 | 141 |
| 2013 | 175 |
| 2012 | 192 |
| 2011 | 231 |
| 2010 | 263 |
| 2009 | 353 |
| 2008 | 350 |
| 2007 | 359 |
| 2006 | 393 |
| 2005 | 457 |
| 2004 | 479 |
| 2003 | 478 |
| 2002 | 447 |
| 2001 | 465 |
| 2000 | 491 |
| 1999 | 464 |
| 1998 | 444 |
| 1997 | 391 |
| 1996 | 355 |
| 1995 | 351 |
| 1994 | 302 |
| 1993 | 290 |
| 1992 | 291 |
| 1991 | 217 |
| 1990 | 195 |
| 1989 | 157 |
| 1988 | 141 |
| 1987 | 132 |
| 1986 | 87 |
| 1985 | 87 |
| 1984 | 92 |
| 1983 | 83 |
| 1982 | 37 |
| 1981 | 33 |
| 1980 | 48 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1978 | 59 |
| 1977 | 39 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1975 | 27 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1971 | 28 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1969 | 21 |
| 1968 | 25 |
| 1967 | 22 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1965 | 19 |
| 1964 | 16 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1954 | 5 |