| Meaning | divine, god |
| Origin | Indian, Sanskrit |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 3 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Dev |
About Dev
Brevity meets impact in this powerful single-syllable choice that wastes no letters on unnecessary embellishment. The name's concise nature makes it instantly memorable and remarkably versatile across various contexts and cultures. Its Sanskrit connections add depth and spiritual resonance, appealing to families valuing philosophical or religious significance. The sharp opening consonant followed by a short vowel creates a punchy, decisive sound that projects confidence and clarity. Despite its compact size, the name carries substantial weight, proving that length doesn't determine impact or memorability. It works exceptionally well as both a standalone name and a shortened form, offering flexibility as a child grows and develops preferences. The ease of spelling and pronunciation eliminates common frustrations associated with more complex names. Modern parents appreciate how it fits contemporary naming trends toward streamlined, efficient choices while maintaining cultural authenticity and meaning. For those seeking maximum effect with minimum fuss, this delivers precisely that combination.
Variations of Name Dev
| Deva |
| Devan |
| Devraj |
Nicknames for Dev
| Devy |
| Deve |
| Devie |
| Devo |
| D |
Famous People Named Dev
| Dev Patel | British actor known for his roles in "Slumdog Millionaire" and "Lion" |
| Dev Anand | Legendary Indian actor and film director |
| Dev Hynes | British musician and producer, also known as Blood Orange |
| Dev Griffin | British radio and television presenter |
| Dev Joshi | Indian television actor famous for his role in "Baal Veer" |
| Devendra Banhart | American singer-songwriter and visual artist |
| Dev Marar | Australian Paralympic athlete |
| Devendra Fadnavis | Indian politician and former Chief Minister of Maharashtra |
| Dev Lynne | Canadian former professional wrestler known as "Danger Boy" |
| Dev Wadden | Canadian film director and producer |
| Dev Varma | Indian cricketer and coach |
| Dev Thurka | Sri Lankan-Canadian musician and producer |
| Dev Kharoud | Indian Punjabi actor renowned for his work in Punjabi cinema |
| Dev Rim | South Sudanese-Australian basketball player |
| Dev Ross | American television writer and producer |
| Dev Shabad | Indian tabla player and composer |
| Dev Solomon | British writer and comedian |
| Dev Ansh | Indian author and poet |
| Dev Biswas | Indian footballer |
| Dev Janki | American theater director and choreographer |
Characters Named Dev
| Dev Griffin | Character in the novel "The Forbidden Queen" by Anne O'Brien |
| Dev Cameron | Protagonist in the science fiction book series "The Reality Dysfunction" by Peter F. Hamilton |
| Dev Sani | Character in the novel "The Golem and the Jinni" by Helene Wecker |
| Dev Sabnis | Central character in the book "The Windfall" by Diksha Basu |
| Dev Darshan | Main character in the novel "Dev Darshan" by Samaresh Basu |
| Dev Khera | Character in the book "You Can Win" by Shiv Khera |
| Dev Cooper | Character in the sci-fi TV series "Travelers" |
| Dev Walker | Protagonist in the novel "The Devil Wears Plaid" by Teresa Medeiros |
| Dev Singh Rathore | Character in the Bollywood movie "Band Baaja Baaraat" |
| Dev Morgan | Character in the TV series "Roswell, New Mexico" |
| Dev Cain | Character in the book "The Descendants" by Kaui Hart Hemmings |
| Dev Brooks | Character in the movie "Someone Like You" |
| Dev Dawson | Character in the TV series "Degrassi - The Next Generation" |
| Dev Kapoor | Character in the film "The Lunchbox" |
| Dev Zaveri | Character in the TV series "The Mindy Project" |
| Dev Johnson | Character in the book "Fearless" by Francine Pascal |
| Dev Miller | Character in the TV series "Grounded for Life" |
| Dev Bennett | Character in the movie "Holiday Engagement" |
| Dev Khan | Character in the novel "The Tiger at Midnight" by Swati Teerdhala |
| Dev Hunter | Character in the TV series "Raising Dad" |