Devon

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Pronounced DEH-vən /ˈdɛ.vən/High

Meaning: From the English county of Devon, named for the Dumnonii, 'deep valley dwellers'; a place-and-surname nameMedium

In 30 seconds: A green English county, worn as a name: Devon comes from Devonshire — land of the 'deep valley dwellers'. Coastal, pastoral, and easily unisex, with cream-tea charm.

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MeaningFrom the English county of Devon, named for the Dumnonii, 'deep valley dwellers'; a place-and-surname name

U.S. rank (2025)#3480 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births44 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1991

Total births (all-time)≈ 20,302

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Devon comes from the English county of Devon, itself named for the Dumnonii, a Celtic people whose name meant 'deep valley dwellers'. Adopted as a surname and then a unisex first name, it reads as breezy and pastoral; this page covers its girls' use.

It registers thinly for girls in recent records. Rare for daughters, county-rooted, and gently unisex.

Did you know? Devon takes its name from the Dumnonii, an ancient Celtic tribe whose name meant 'deep valley dwellers' — so the county, and the name, are rooted in the lush combes of southwest England.

Overall data confidence 80%

Behind the Name — Devon — place-name etymology

Variations

DevynDevvonDevonne

Nicknames

Dev

Famous Bearers

★Devon Aoki (1982-)
American model and actress known for roles in 2 Fast 2 Furious and Sin City
★Devon Windsor (1994-)
American supermodel who has walked for major fashion houses including Victoria's Secret

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Devon mean?

Devon comes from the English county of Devon, named for the Dumnonii, 'deep valley dwellers'.

How do you pronounce Devon?

It's said DEH-vən /ˈdɛ.vən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Devon a boy or girl name?

Devon is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Devon?

Devon is a rare name for girls in the U.S.