Devyn
Girl / Boy name · 74 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Devyn: 74 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 6 births in 2009.
Devyn is a modern spelling variant of Devin or Devon, names with two main origins. The Irish form Devin comes from Ó Daimhín, meaning “descendant of Daimhín”—a personal name derived from *damh*, meaning “fawn” or “ox.” The English alternative ties to Devon, the county in southwest England, whose name may stem from the ancient Dumnonii tribe. Famous bearers include Canadian actress Devyn Anderson and American artist Devyn Pasco. The English county of Devon shares this etymological root. Notably, Devyn is a unisex name, and its rise in Scotland reflects a broader trend toward creative spellings of traditional names, offering a fresh yet familiar choice for expectant parents.
Girl 15 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20096 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #5415 babies
- Total births
- 59since 1998
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y
Boy 4 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20156 babies
- Latest (2018)
- #7043 babies
- Total births
- 15since 2010
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y