Holding steady.
Popularity of Devaeh since 2006
Babies named Devaeh per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 75 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Devaeh is a rare modern name that first entered the U.S. naming landscape in 2006. Its peak year came quickly in 2008, but even then it never reached the top 1000. The name's trajectory has remained stable since, with very few annual births. The spelling Devaeh, with its 'aeh' combination and final 'h', is a distinctively contemporary twist on more familiar names like Devin or Devah. Though no top states have recorded significant usage, the name appeals to parents seeking a unique sound with a nod to Irish roots. Devaeh's meaning is uncertain, but it is often associated with the Irish Devin, meaning 'poet' or 'little fawn.'
Devaeh appears to be a modern invented name, likely a feminine respelling of Devah or Devin. Devin is of Irish origin, derived from Ó Damháin meaning 'descendant of Damhán', with Damhán meaning 'little fawn' or 'poet'. The spelling with 'aeh' and final 'h' gives it a distinctive, trend-driven look. The name has been in rare use in the United States since 2006.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dev, Deva, Vae
Sibling names for Devaeh
Names that share Devaeh's style, for a brother or sister.
