Devone

deh-VOHN · of uncertain origin; may be a variant of Devan or a blend of Devin and Shane

Peak popularity

1994

Usually for

Boys

Trend

Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Devone since 1952

Babies named Devone per year in U.S. Social Security records.

GirlsBoys

Data table (by decade)

Decade	Girls	Boys
1950s	10	0
1960s	30	24
1970s	40	74
1980s	10	167
1990s	32	251
2000s	0	141
2010s	0	63
2020s	0	10

Meaning & origin

Devone is a modern, uncommon name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1961. Its peak came in 1994, when it saw its highest usage, but it has never broken into the top 1,000. The trajectory is stable, with a 1-in-N ratio too low to estimate reliably. The name largely vanishes from state-level popularity, with no single state standing out. As a modern coinage, Devone lacks a definitive etymology, making it a creative choice for parents drawn to the sounds of Devin or Devon but wanting a distinct spelling. Its rarity ensures a unique feel, but it also means the name carries little historical or cultural weight.

Devone is a modern coinage that likely arose in the late 20th century, possibly as a respelling of Devan or a combination of sounds from names like Devin and Shane. Its usage has been sporadic, peaking in 1994, but it has never entered widespread popularity. The name carries no established historical or cultural roots outside of its modern creation.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Dev

Variants: Devon, Devin, Davon

Sibling names for Devone

Names that share Devone's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Kylie, Brielle, Makenna, Jada, Sierra

Brothers: Dylan, Tristan, Jayden, Cameron, Brendan

Questions parents ask

What does the name Devone mean?

The meaning of Devone is uncertain. It may be a variant of Devan, thought to mean 'poet' or 'divine,' or a blend of Devin (poet) and Shane (God is gracious). However, its origin as a modern coinage makes any definitive meaning elusive.

How popular is the name Devone?

Devone has always been uncommon. It first appeared in records in 1961 and reached its peak rank in 1994, but it has never ranked in the top 1,000 names in the United States. Its popularity has remained stable at very low levels.

Is Devone a boy's name or a girl's name?

Devone is predominantly used as a boy's name, though it could be considered unisex. Approximately 95% of recorded babies named Devone in recent decades have been male.