Devin Unisex

Popularity: #483 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DEV-in //ˈdɛvɪn//

Origin: Irish; English

Meaning: Irish: poet; English: descendant of the deity

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Devin has its roots in the Gaelic language, specifically derived from the Irish name "Damhnait," which means "fawn" or "young deer." This name evolved through various forms, including the Old Irish "Damhnait" and later adaptations in Middle Irish. The transition into English occurred during the 19th century, when names of Gaelic origin began to be more widely adopted in English-speaking countries, particularly in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora.

Historically, the name Devin has been associated with several notable figures and events. One significant milestone is its connection to Saint Damhnait, a 6th-century Irish saint who is venerated in certain regions of Ireland.

The name also appears in various historical texts and genealogies, reflecting its longstanding presence in Irish culture. The spread of Christianity in Ireland during the early medieval period helped to solidify the name's significance, as many saints' names became popular among the populace.

Culturally, the name Devin carries connotations of nature and gentleness, reflecting its meaning related to the fawn. This association with wildlife and the natural world has contributed to its appeal in literature and folklore.

Additionally, the name has various diminutive forms, such as "Dev" or "Devy," which have been used informally in different contexts. Overall, Devin's etymological roots and historical connections illustrate its enduring significance within Irish heritage and its gradual integration into the English language.

Famous people named Devin

In this section, you will find notable people named Devin. 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 Devin who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Devin who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Devin Booker is a professional basketball player best known for playing with the Phoenix Suns, winning the NBA All-Star Game MVP, and scoring 70 points in a single game.

Devin Townsend is a musician and producer best known for his work with the Devin Townsend Project, Strapping Young Lad, and his solo albums.

Devin Hester is a former professional American football player best known for his time with the Chicago Bears, being a two-time Pro Bowler, and holding the record for most return touchdowns in NFL history.

Devin Graham is a filmmaker and YouTuber best known for his adventure and travel videos on the YouTube channel DevinSuperTramp.

Fictional characters named Devin

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Devin is a fictional character from the video game series The Last of Us. He is a member of the Fireflies, a revolutionary militia group fighting against the oppressive military regime in a post-apocalyptic world.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Devin, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Devin was first seen in the United States in 1947.

Devin has ranked as high as #100 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Ohio.

In the past 5 years the name Devin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Devin 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 Devin was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

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 Devin.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 634 548 86
2024 690 594 96
2023 756 665 91
2022 843 750 93
2021 916 832 84
2020 871 803 68
2019 1,005 915 90
2018 1,085 1,005 80
2017 1,145 1,042 103
2016 1,282 1,175 107
2015 1,496 1,386 110
2014 1,597 1,494 103
2013 1,956 1,847 109
2012 2,397 2,244 153
2011 2,626 2,466 160
2010 3,007 2,845 162
2009 3,565 3,384 181
2008 4,199 4,008 191
2007 4,672 4,427 245
2006 4,683 4,451 232
2005 4,992 4,715 277
2004 5,509 5,167 342
2003 5,958 5,646 312
2002 5,751 5,440 311
2001 6,450 6,040 410
2000 6,654 6,152 502
1999 6,479 5,970 509
1998 6,777 6,218 559
1997 6,649 6,044 605
1996 6,673 6,001 672
1995 6,938 6,193 745
1994 6,835 6,064 771
1993 6,213 5,356 857
1992 6,007 4,972 1,035
1991 5,550 4,388 1,162
1990 4,728 3,866 862
1989 4,185 3,596 589
1988 3,792 3,302 490
1987 3,516 3,076 440
1986 2,911 2,446 465
1985 2,686 2,331 355
1984 2,472 2,175 297
1983 2,229 1,894 335
1982 1,286 1,034 252
1981 1,120 870 250
1980 1,328 980 348
1979 1,341 939 402
1978 1,286 868 418
1977 917 805 112
1976 532 517 15
1975 577 561 16
1974 616 593 23
1973 521 502 19
1972 489 469 20
1971 512 494 18
1970 550 523 27
1969 465 431 34
1968 418 389 29
1967 368 343 25
1966 343 333 10
1965 323 317 6
1964 306 298 8
1963 214 197 17
1962 194 187 7
1961 135 125 10
1960 115 108 7
1959 76 76 0
1958 68 68 0
1957 71 64 7
1956 55 55 0
1955 50 38 12
1954 43 35 8
1953 23 18 5
1952 25 20 5
1951 18 18 0
1950 7 7 0
1949 17 17 0
1948 12 12 0
1947 6 6 0

Top States for Devin (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 92
15%
TX 83
14%
NY 54
9%
FL 34
6%
AZ 30
5%
GA 26
4%
MI 25
4%
IL 24
4%
OH 23
4%
PA 19
3%
NC 16
3%
MO 14
2%
WI 13
2%
MN 12
2%
TN 11
2%
NJ 11
2%
IN 10
2%
LA 10
2%
VA 10
2%
MA 10
2%
SC 10
2%
KS 8
1%
AR 7
1%
NV 7
1%
MD 7
1%
AL 6
1%
MS 6
1%
WA 6
1%
OK 6
1%
CO 6
1%
CT 5
1%