Holding steady.
Popularity of Devann since 1978
Babies named Devann per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 8 | 0 |
| 1980s | 14 | 0 |
| 1990s | 111 | 8 |
| 2000s | 15 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Devann first appeared in Social Security records in 1978, suggesting it is a relatively modern name. It reached its peak usage in 1991, though it has never entered the top 1000, remaining a rare and distinctive choice. The name has remained stable in usage since then, with no significant surge or decline. Its origins are uncertain, but it likely follows the pattern of other 'Dev-' names such as Deven and Devin. The double 'n' spelling sets it apart from more common variants. Because it has never ranked, its 1-in-N popularity is too small to estimate, making it a truly uncommon name.
Devann likely originated as a modern coinage or a spelling variant of Devin (Irish: 'poet') or Devan (English surname). It appeared in the United States in the late 1970s, perhaps influenced by similar-sounding names. The spelling with double 'n' is uncommon and may be a stylistic choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dev, Vannie
Sibling names for Devann
Names that share Devann's style, for a brother or sister.
