Devon
Meaning of Devon
Devon is a popular name for baby boys, with variations including Devan and Devin. It has a strong and masculine sound, making it a great choice for parents seeking a traditional yet modern name. The pronunciation of Devon is the same in both American English and British English, pronounced as DEV-uhn (/ˈdɛvən/).
Looking at the data for newborns in the United States of America, Devon has been consistently used over the years. In recent years, its popularity has remained relatively steady, ranking around 300-400 in terms of occurrence. However, it's worth noting that during the early 2000s, Devon was more commonly chosen and reached its peak in popularity during that time.
With its timeless appeal and widespread usage, Devon continues to be an excellent choice for parents who want a strong and enduring name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as DEV-uhn (/ˈdɛvən/)
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Notable People Named Devon
| Devon Larratt is a Canadian professional arm wrestler, content creator, and former member of the Canadian Armed Forces, known for being one of the best arm wrestlers in the world and for popularizing the sport. |
| Devon Alexander is a former world champion boxer who overcame opiate addiction after being prescribed Tramadol following surgery in 2012. |
| Devon Levi is a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender for the Buffalo Sabres in the NHL. |
| Devon Elizabeth Windsor is an American fashion model. |
| Devon Edwenna Aoki is an American model and actress known for her roles in films such as 2 Fast 2 Furious, Sin City, DOA: Dead or Alive, and Mutant Chronicles. |
| Devon Joshua Still is a former American football defensive end who played for the Cincinnati Bengals, Houston Texans, and New York Jets, and earned consensus All-American honors while playing college football at Penn State. |
| Devon Dotson is an American professional basketball player known for his time with the Kansas Jayhawks and currently plays for the Capital City Go-Go in the NBA G League. |
| Devon Williams - Devon Chesterton "Speedy" Williams is a Jamaican professional footballer known for his midfield play with the Colorado Springs Switchbacks and the Jamaica national team. |
| Devon Edward Sawa is a Canadian actor known for his roles in 1990s films like Little Giants, Casper, and Final Destination, as well as for his work in the TV series Nikita and Chucky. |
| Devon Abbott Mihesuah is a prominent Choctaw historian, writer, and professor at the University of Kansas, known for her extensive lineage and contributions to Native American scholarship. |
| Devon Gilfillian is an American soul singer-songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee. |
| Devon Allen is a versatile American athlete known for his success in track and field, particularly in the 110-meter hurdles, and as a professional football wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles. |
| Devon Bostick is a Canadian actor known for his roles in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid films, Adoration, and The 100. |
| Devon Martin, also known as Devon, is a Canadian rapper known for his controversial song "Mr. Metro" that addressed police racism and led to the artist being associated with the alias "Mr. Metro." |
| Devon Graye Fleming is an American actor and filmmaker known for his roles in Dexter and The Flash, as well as for writing the horror film I See You. |
