Holding steady.
Popularity of Devery since 1957
Babies named Devery per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 13 | 15 |
| 1960s | 32 | 120 |
| 1970s | 0 | 6 |
| 1980s | 10 | 58 |
| 1990s | 22 | 35 |
| 2000s | 0 | 11 |
| 2010s | 5 | 20 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Devery is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1958, placing it among mid-20th-century modern coinages. It peaked in 1964, when about 5 baby boys per million received the name, but it has never ranked in the national top 1000. The trajectory of Devery has been stable at very low usage, with no significant revival. Its origins are uncertain, possibly an invented combination or a variant spelling of an existing surname. While Devery lacks a clear etymology, its sound fits the pattern of other De- prefixed names from the 1960s, such as DeShawn or Delroy. With no strong cultural or historical associations, Devery remains a blank slate for parents seeking a distinctive and uncommon name.
Devery is a rare modern given name with no clear etymology. It may have been coined by combining the popular prefix De- with the suffix -very, or it could be an alternate spelling of an existing surname. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1958 and saw minimal use, peaking in 1964. Its sound aligns with other invented mid-20th-century names, and it has never ranked in the national top 1000.
Sibling names for Devery
Names that share Devery's style, for a brother or sister.
