Etymology & Historical Origin of the Baby Name Deven

Deven is a variant spelling of Devin, a name with several potential etymologies. First, Devin is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic surname “Ó Damháin” – a descendent of Damhán, a personal nickname meaning “fawn” (perhaps indicating a gentle nature). Secondly, the name could have developed from the Celtic “dán” meaning “gift” or “dána” meaning “intrepid, fearless”. Thirdly, the name came to Ireland via the Normans and carried with it an Old French origin meaning “divine, perfect, godlike”. In medieval France, Devin was given as a byname to the highest of kings, as a title conveying a sense of perfection and excellence. In any case, Devin is mainly considered an Irish/Gaelic name used for both males and females and mainly in the United States. The spelling of Deven, however, is considered masculine.

All About the Baby Name – Deven

Personality

OF THE BOY NAME DEVEN

The number Five personality loves the excitement of life and can easily adapt to all situations. As natural adventurers, these personalities thrive on the new and unexpected and prefer to be in constant motion. It makes them feel alive. They'll stir up some action if there's not enough around, and as inherent risk-takers they enjoy pushing the envelope. Naturally rebellious, the Five personality has no fear and never resists change.  Traveling and new experiences feed their souls. Fives are very social and attract friends with ease. People love to be around the Five fun-loving and exciting energy.  This is also a lucky number in numerology (like the Threes), so fortune seems to shine on them, helped along by their own optimism and good-nature. Fives have a quick wit, a cerebral mind, and are generally very persuasive. 

Popularity

OF THE BOY NAME DEVEN

Deven first appeared on the American naming charts in 1983 likely inspired by the growing popularity of Devin as a boy’s name. Devan, Devon and Devyn are other possible spellings. After he surfaced on the charts, Deven did ok for a while mostly mirroring the popularity of Devin. Today both names are trending backwards.

Quick Facts

ON DEVEN

GENDER:

Boy

ORIGIN:

American

NUMBER OF SYLLABLES:

2

RANKING POPULARITY:

889

PRONUNCIATION:

DEV-ən

SIMPLE MEANING:

Multiple

Characteristics

OF DEVEN

Freedom-loving

Adventurous

Adaptable

Intellectual

Easygoing

Progressive

Sensual

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