US Popularity:765
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):British, Latin, Gaelic
Meaning:Bard, poet; Divine, godlike; Stag; Ox
Devin is a gender-neutral name of Irish, English, and Latin origins. Enriched by the culture of the Emerald Isle, this little one can be inspired by the stories and tales that flow from the country. With their name meaning “bard” or “poet,” Devin might have a way with words that will never fail to win them an extra serving of dessert after dinner. Devin may also have links to the last name O'Damhin and the Irish Gaelic word damh, meaning "stag" or "ox." For a name that helps baby connect to their wild, animal-like spirit, this can definitely do the trick. Traveling overseas, Devin was used in medieval France as a name given to the highest of kings, thanks to an old French meaning of “divine” or “godlike.” Whichever history you choose to follow in naming baby, they are sure to be held in high honor in your hom

Famous People Named Devin

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  • Devin Booker
    Basketball Player
  • Devin Graham
    Cinematographer
  • Devin Hester
    Football Player
  • Devin Sola
    Bassist

Devin Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Devin is currently #545 on The Bump
Boy:Devin is currently #391 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Devin is currently #318 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Devin is currently #765 in U.S. births
Boy:Devin is currently #853 in U.S. births
Girl:Devin is currently #3858 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#3857
in 2022
+ 204
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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