| Meaning | poet, divine |
| Origin | English, Welsh |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Devyn |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | De-vyn |
About Devyn
Contemporary and gender-neutral yet distinctly stylish, Devyn represents modern naming sensibilities at their finest. This spelling variation adds sophistication to a familiar sound, making it feel fresh and current. The name has gained traction among parents who appreciate names that break traditional gender boundaries while maintaining broad appeal. Devyn suggests someone independent, strong-willed, and confident—qualities that transcend gender stereotypes. The streamlined spelling creates visual appeal while avoiding the complexity that sometimes accompanies unique names. It's short enough to be punchy and memorable yet substantial enough to carry weight in formal situations. Devyn works beautifully from playground to boardroom, never feeling out of place regardless of context. The name's versatility extends to pairing options, complementing both classic and modern middle names equally well. For parents seeking a name that's recognizable but not overdone, Devyn hits the sweet spot perfectly.
Nicknames for Devyn
| Dev |
| Devie |
| Devi |
| Vyn |
Famous People Named Devyn
| Devyn Simone | American TV host and producer |
| Devyn Abdullah | Winner of the reality show "The Face" |
| Devyn Holmes | Social media personality and motivational speaker |
| Devyn Nekoda | Canadian actress and dancer |
| Devyn DeLoera | Contestant on "The Voice" |
| Devyn Rush | Contestant on "American Idol" |
| Devyn Winkler | Actress known for "Happy Death Day" |
| Devyn Puett | American fashion designer |
| Devyn Whitcomb | Member of the band "The Aquadolls" |
| Devyn Smith | Canadian soccer player |
| Devyn Rose | American singer-songwriter |
| Devyn Hultstrand | Instagram fitness influencer |
| Devyn Raper | Australian politician |
| Devyn Spence Benson | Scholar and author |
| Devyn Marble | American basketball player |
| Devyn Carter | American model and actress |
| Devyn Labella | Actress known for "The Son of No One" |
| Devyn Bolasky | American professional softball player |
| Devyn Brown | Journalist and news anchor |
Characters Named Devyn
| Devyn Chase | Character from the novel "The Devouring Gray" by Christine Lynn Herman |
| Devyn Miller | Protagonist in the book "A Splash of Magic" by Kathryn Littlewood |
| Devyn Jenkins | Character from the TV series "Friday Night Lights" |
| Devyn Shepherd | Main character in the webcomic "Sfeer Theory" |
| Devyn MacGregor | Character from the "Deadly Curiosities" series by Gail Z. Martin |
| Devyn Monroe | Character from the TV show "Good Girls" |
| Devyn York | Protagonist in the book "Defy the Stars" by Claudia Gray |
| Devyn Class | Character from the "Futurama" TV series |
| Devyn Cartwright | Character in the movie "Rebel Without a Cause" |
| Devyn Wyles | Character from the book "Fairy Tales for Modern Queers" by Dimitra Nikolaidou |
| Devyn Blackthorn | Character in the "Chronicles of Kaya" series by Charlotte McConaghy |
| Devyn Vasquez | Character from the video game "VA-11 Hall-A" |
| Devyn Ashara | Character from the book "Wings of Fire - The Hidden Kingdom" by Tui T. Sutherland |
| Devyn Marra | Character from the "Gaian Consortium" series by Christine Pope |
| Devyn Nia | Character from the "Guild Hunter" series by Nalini Singh |
| Devyn Foster | Character from the TV series "The Lying Game" |
| Devyn Moore | Character from the book "Fired Up" by Jayne Ann Krentz |
| Devyn Weisz | Character from the book "The Art of Us" by Hilaria Alexander |
| Devyn Alaric | Character from the "Elemental Paladins" series by Montana Ash |
| Devyn Avery | Character from the book "Dark Harmony" by Laura Thalassa |