Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Dervin since 1953
Babies named Dervin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 24 |
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 28 |
| 2000s | 31 |
| 2010s | 40 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Dervin is a rare male name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1953. Its highest popularity came in 2014, though even then it was uncommon. The name has shown stable but minimal usage over the years, never reaching widespread adoption. With a rank of 12,008 in 2025 and an incidence of about 1 in 341,615 newborns, Dervin remains a distinctive choice. Its etymological roots are unclear, possibly connected to the Old English name Darvin or simply a modern blend. The name has not appeared consistently in any particular state records, indicating its sporadic use across the country.
Dervin is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1953. Its etymology is unclear; it may have developed as a variant of Darvin, a name of Old English origin meaning 'dear friend' (from deore 'dear' and wine 'friend'), or it could be a modern invention blending sounds from names such as Derrick and Kevin. The name has remained consistently rare, with only occasional usage in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Der, Vin
Sibling names for Dervin
Names that share Dervin's style, for a brother or sister.
