Devon Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEV-uhn / /ˈdɛv.ən/English; Irish
Meaning
English: from the town of Devon; Irish: poet
Historical & Cultural Background
Devon is derived from the name of a county in England, which has Celtic origins. The name has been used as a given name since the 20th century. It is often associated with nature and the countryside due to its geographical roots. In Irish culture, the name is linked to the word for poet, reflecting a tradition of storytelling and literature.
Trend Summary
Devon has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Devin
- Devon
International Variants
- Devan (Indian)
- Devon (French)
- Devyn (English)
Famous people named Devon
Devon Aoki is an American model and actress known for her work in fashion and film.
Devon Sawa is a Canadian actor recognized for his roles in films such as 'Final Destination'.
Devon Murray is an Irish actor best known for his role as Seamus Finnigan in the 'Harry Potter' film series.
Devon Gummersall is an American actor and director, known for his role in the television series 'My So-Called Life'.
Fictional characters named Devon
Devon is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his humorous personality.
Devon is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda', often depicted as a supporting character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Devon was first seen in the United States in 1914. Devon has ranked as high as #221 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Devon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Devon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 21 | |
| TX | 20 | |
| OH | 17 | |
| PA | 14 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| MI | 11 | |
| NY | 10 | |
| IL | 10 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| MS | 6 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 24 |
| 1920 | 26 |
| 1921 | 22 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 22 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1925 | 26 |
| 1926 | 34 |
| 1927 | 30 |
| 1928 | 25 |
| 1929 | 32 |
| 1930 | 36 |
| 1931 | 36 |
| 1932 | 33 |
| 1933 | 28 |
| 1934 | 30 |
| 1935 | 39 |
| 1936 | 33 |
| 1937 | 34 |
| 1938 | 38 |
| 1939 | 27 |
| 1940 | 34 |
| 1941 | 33 |
| 1942 | 27 |
| 1943 | 33 |
| 1944 | 31 |
| 1945 | 33 |
| 1946 | 31 |
| 1947 | 29 |
| 1948 | 30 |
| 1949 | 32 |
| 1950 | 43 |
| 1951 | 37 |
| 1952 | 50 |
| 1953 | 43 |
| 1954 | 55 |
| 1955 | 56 |
| 1956 | 48 |
| 1957 | 41 |
| 1958 | 46 |
| 1959 | 55 |
| 1960 | 62 |
| 1961 | 65 |
| 1962 | 81 |
| 1963 | 104 |
| 1964 | 115 |
| 1965 | 105 |
| 1966 | 120 |
| 1967 | 149 |
| 1968 | 161 |
| 1969 | 169 |
| 1970 | 203 |
| 1971 | 191 |
| 1972 | 197 |
| 1973 | 270 |
| 1974 | 352 |
| 1975 | 314 |
| 1976 | 305 |
| 1977 | 442 |
| 1978 | 417 |
| 1979 | 410 |
| 1980 | 436 |
| 1981 | 384 |
| 1982 | 460 |
| 1983 | 750 |
| 1984 | 851 |
| 1985 | 977 |
| 1986 | 1,053 |
| 1987 | 1,195 |
| 1988 | 1,441 |
| 1989 | 1,716 |
| 1990 | 2,058 |
| 1991 | 2,474 |
| 1992 | 2,773 |
| 1993 | 2,726 |
| 1994 | 3,034 |
| 1995 | 3,113 |
| 1996 | 2,907 |
| 1997 | 3,189 |
| 1998 | 3,147 |
| 1999 | 3,000 |
| 2000 | 2,974 |
| 2001 | 2,722 |
| 2002 | 2,395 |
| 2003 | 2,527 |
| 2004 | 2,328 |
| 2005 | 2,097 |
| 2006 | 1,985 |
| 2007 | 1,862 |
| 2008 | 1,510 |
| 2009 | 1,235 |
| 2010 | 1,027 |
| 2011 | 854 |
| 2012 | 740 |
| 2013 | 644 |
| 2014 | 528 |
| 2015 | 518 |
| 2016 | 491 |
| 2017 | 421 |
| 2018 | 381 |
| 2019 | 342 |
| 2020 | 384 |
| 2021 | 321 |
| 2022 | 290 |
| 2023 | 256 |
| 2024 | 236 |