Devyn
Devyn is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Poet, bard, or divine.
Origin and history
Devyn is a modern feminine spelling variant of Devin, which originates from the Gaelic surname Ó Deadhcomputation or Gaelic word for poet or bard. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century alongside other trendy '-yn' spellings. Today, it remains a steadily used contemporary choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
9,422 babies in the United States have been named Devyn since 1880. It ranks #1717 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1070.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.4 %)
- TX (11 %)
- FL (6 %)
- PA (6 %)
- NY (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 71 |
| 1980-1990 | 341 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,593 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,776 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,390 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,251 |
Fun facts
- Devyn uses the trendy 'y' substitution, a widespread American naming trend starting in the late 1980s.
- It ultimately derives from Irish Gaelic roots connected to storytelling and poetry.