Devin
Boy / Girl name · 125 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Devin: 125 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 8 births in 2001.
Devin has several possible roots, with the most common being Irish and Scottish Gaelic origins as an anglicised form of Ó Daimhín, meaning "descendant of the little ox" or "fawn," or from the Irish surname Devin. It may also derive from the English county Devon, which shares a Celtic origin meaning "deep valley." Notable bearers include American football safety Devin McCourty, a two-time Super Bowl champion, and Canadian musician Devin Townsend, known for his eclectic metal output. The name is also shared with a historic estate in Scotland, Devin House near Ayrshire. A unisex name, Devin has seen steady use for both boys and girls, though in Scotland it leans more masculine—a balanced choice that feels modern yet quietly traditional.
Boy 21 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20018 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #7273 babies
- Total births
- 107since 1990
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 17%vs prior 5y
Girl 5 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20014 babies
- Latest (2007)
- #7443 babies
- Total births
- 18since 1995
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y