Rising since 2006, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Devory since 2004
Babies named Devory per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 59 |
| 2020s | 82 |
Meaning & origin
Devory is a rare modern variant of the ancient Hebrew name Devorah, meaning 'bee.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 2004 and has seen a gradual upward trend, with its peak rank of 6,838 occurring in 2023. As of 2025, it remains uncommon, given to about 1 in 100,454 girls. The name is most popular in New York, reflecting its use within Jewish communities. Devory echoes the biblical tradition while offering a fresh spelling, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet rooted name.
Devory is a variant of Devorah, the Hebrew name for a bee. In the Bible, Deborah was a prophetess and judge. The name has been used in Jewish communities for centuries, but Devory appears to be a modern spelling adaptation, particularly in the United States, emerging in the early 2000s.
Where Devory is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Devy, Dory
Sibling names for Devory
Names that share Devory's style, for a brother or sister.
