Devin
Meaning of Devin
The name Devin is traditionally male and pronounced as DEV-in (/ˈdɛvɪn/). It has roots in both Irish and English origins. In Irish, it means "poet" or "bard," reflecting a rich cultural heritage of storytelling and artistic expression. The name also bears resemblance to the English surname Devon, which is derived from a county in England known for its picturesque landscapes. Over the years, Devin has enjoyed varying degrees of popularity in the United States. It saw a significant rise in usage during the late 20th century, peaking in the early 2000s when it consistently ranked within the top 100 names for boys. Recently, its popularity has slightly waned but it remains a well-loved choice among parents, ranking at 460th in 2023 with 662 occurrences that year. Devin's enduring appeal lies in its simplicity, ease of pronunciation, and its poetic connotations, making it a timeless choice for baby boys.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as DEV-in (/ˈdɛvɪn/)
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Notable People Named Devin
| Devin Armani Booker is a standout American professional basketball player known for his scoring prowess and achievements with the Phoenix Suns in the NBA. |
| Devin Devorris Hester Sr. is a former American football wide receiver and return specialist known for his career in the NFL, where he played for the Chicago Bears, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, and Seattle Seahawks, and is considered one of the greatest return specialists in league history. |
| Devin McCourty is a former professional football player known for his successful 13-season career as a safety with the New England Patriots, during which he earned two Pro Bowl selections and was part of three Super Bowl-winning teams. |
| Devin Terrell Clark is an American professional mixed martial artist competing in the Light Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and was scouted by Dana White on the "Dana White: Looking for a Fight - Season 1 Episode 6" UFC web series. |
| Devin Miles Haney is an accomplished American professional boxer, holding multiple world championships in two weight classes and currently ranked as the world's best active lightweight. |
| Devin Bush Jr. - Devin Marquese Bush Jr. is a prominent American football linebacker for the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL, known for his college career at Michigan. |
| Devin Singletary, also known as "Motor," is a prominent American football running back for the Houston Texans, known for his impressive college football career at Florida Atlantic. |
| Devin Williams is an American professional basketball player for the Taiwan Beer Leopards of the T1 League, known for his college basketball career at West Virginia. |
| Devin Douglas Mesoraco, a former MLB All-Star catcher, is now a baseball coach for the Pittsburgh Panthers after playing for the Cincinnati Reds and New York Mets. |
| Devin Setoguchi is a retired Canadian professional ice hockey player, known for his time with the San Jose Sharks and other NHL teams, and currently works as a TV analyst. |
| Devin Anthony Vassell is an American professional basketball player for the San Antonio Spurs of the NBA, known for his college basketball career with the Florida State Seminoles. |
| Devin Allen is an American photographer, photojournalist, and activist known for his powerful documentary photographs of social justice movements, including the Freddie Gray and George Floyd protests. |
| Devin Duvernay is a successful American football wide receiver and return specialist for the Baltimore Ravens, known for his impressive college career at Texas and his Pro Bowl honors in the NFL. |
| Devin Battley is an American businessman recognized for his contributions to the motorcycle industry as a racer, dealer, and political candidate. |
| Devin Dawson Durrett is an American country music singer and songwriter known for his hit single "All on Me" and his popular YouTube mashup of Taylor Swift songs with Louisa Wendorff. |
