Deven
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Deven: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2000.
A variant of Devin or Devon, Deven most commonly derives from the Irish surname Ó Damháin, meaning "descendant of Damhán," where damhán translates to "little fawn" or "little ox." It can also be an Anglicized form of the Scottish Gaelic name Dàibhidh, a version of David, meaning "beloved." While no internationally famous bearer immediately springs to mind, the name shares its root with the English county of Devon, whose name may stem from the Celtic Dumnonii, meaning "deep valley dwellers." In recent decades, Deven has been a modest but enduring choice in Scotland, occasionally linked to the actor Deven May, known for his Broadway and film roles. Its soft sound and dual Celtic heritage make it a gentle alternative to the more common Devin.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20003 babies
- Latest (2000)
- #6293 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2000
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y