gender neutral
Devin
poet
About Devin
Adventure and creativity pulse through Devin, a name that suggests movement and possibility. There's something inherently dynamic about it, hinting at someone who won't be content sitting still for long. Boys named Devin frequently display curiosity about the world around them, eager to explore and discover. The name carries a friendly, approachable energy that helps forge connections easily. Devin strikes a balance between being distinctive enough to stand out and familiar enough to feel comfortable. It's a name that works across different personalities—whether the child grows into an athlete, artist, scientist, or entrepreneur. The versatility is remarkable, adapting to whatever direction life takes. Parents choosing Devin are often looking for something that feels current without being a flash-in-the-pan trend. The name has staying power, proven over time yet still feeling fresh. It's equally at home in diverse settings, from playground to classroom to future workplace, carrying a sense of optimism and forward momentum.
Popularity of the Name Devin
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | #944 | ||||
| 1958 | #918 | ||||
| 1959 | #879 | ||||
| 1960 | #741 | ||||
| 1961 | #684 | ||||
| 1962 | #573 | ||||
| 1963 | #563 | ||||
| 1964 | #460 | ||||
| 1965 | #434 | ||||
| 1966 | #414 | ||||
| 1967 | #412 | ||||
| 1968 | #395 | ||||
| 1969 | #379 | ||||
| 1970 | #355 | ||||
| 1971 | #364 | ||||
| 1972 | #358 | ||||
| 1973 | #338 | ||||
| 1974 | #307 | ||||
| 1975 | #319 | ||||
| 1976 | #333 | ||||
| 1977 | #252 | ||||
| 1978 | #241 | ||||
| 1979 | #236 | ||||
| 1980 | #236 | ||||
| 1981 | #251 | ||||
| 1982 | #227 | ||||
| 1983 | #142 | ||||
| 1984 | #123 | ||||
| 1985 | #121 | #317 | |||
| 1986 | #113 | ||||
| 1987 | #99 | ||||
| 1988 | #98 | ||||
| 1989 | #96 | ||||
| 1990 | #98 | #265 | |||
| 1991 | #83 | #98 | |||
| 1992 | #75 | #92 | |||
| 1993 | #71 | #352 | #98 | ||
| 1994 | #61 | #102 | |||
| 1995 | #58 | #356 | #99 | ||
| 1996 | #60 | #345 | #106 | ||
| 1997 | #59 | #349 | #114 | ||
| 1998 | #62 | #828 | #296 | #294 | #118 |
| 1999 | #68 | #335 | #245 | #112 | |
| 2000 | #69 | #775 | #249 | #230 | #121 |
| 2001 | #71 | #809 | #258 | #327 | #123 |
| 2002 | #74 | #783 | #254 | #134 | |
| 2003 | #74 | #273 | #347 | #147 | |
| 2004 | #81 | #852 | #363 | #169 | |
| 2005 | #90 | #954 | #313 | #180 | |
| 2006 | #100 | #271 | #226 | #187 | |
| 2007 | #100 | #332 | #243 | ||
| 2008 | #109 | #364 | #294 | #240 | |
| 2009 | #126 | #343 | #240 | ||
| 2010 | #140 | #304 | #271 | ||
| 2011 | #157 | #234 | #267 | ||
| 2012 | #173 | #208 | #305 | ||
| 2013 | #209 | #285 | #347 | ||
| 2014 | #252 | #247 | #485 | ||
| 2015 | #259 | #314 | #450 | ||
| 2016 | #300 | #348 | #374 | #517 | |
| 2017 | #330 | #322 | #436 | ||
| 2018 | #332 | #367 | #525 | ||
| 2019 | #360 | #558 | #495 | ||
| 2020 | #382 | #273 | #645 | ||
| 2021 | #388 | #251 | #700 | ||
| 2022 | #423 | #505 | #675 | ||
| 2023 | #462 | #517 | #511 | ||
| 2024 | #516 | #467 | #718 | ||
| 2025 | #548 | #762 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Devin
Names Similar to Devin
Nicknames for Devin
- Dev
- Vin
- Devo
- Devy
Famous People Named Devin
| Devin Booker | American basketball player |
| Devin Nunes | American politician |
| Devin McCourty | American football player |
| Devin Smith | American football player |
| Devin Hester | American football player |
| Devin Setoguchi | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Devin Mesoraco | American baseball player |
| Devin Gardner | American football player |
| Devin Aromashodu | American football player |
| Devin Toner | Irish rugby player |
| Devin Ebanks | American basketball player |
| Devin Funchess | American football player |
| Devin Harris | American actor |
| Devin Lima | American musician |
| Devin Ratray | American actor |
| Devin Velez | American singer |
| Devin Gray | American artist |
| Devin Townsend | American actor |
Characters Named Devin
| Devin Walker | Character in the book series "The Clique" by Lisi Harrison |
| Devin Pierce | Character in the video game "Life is Strange 2" |
| Devin Weston | Character in the video game "Grand Theft Auto V" |
| Devin Roberts | Character in the TV series "One Tree Hill" |
| Devin Burke | Character in the TV series "Bizaardvark" |
| Devin Mitchell | Character in the movie "Varsity Blues" |
| Devin St. Jude | Character in the TV series "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Devin Miles | Character in the movie "Brown Sugar" |
| Devin Taven | Character in the video game "Mortal Kombat" |
| Devin Wade | Character in the video game "Madden NFL 18" |
| Devin Levin | Character in the TV series "Ben 10" |
| Devin Costa | Character in the TV series "Degrassi - The Next Generation" |
| Devin Sinclair | Character in the TV series "Mutant X" |
| Devin O'Leary | Character in the movie "A Cinderella Story" |