Devere

“from the river”

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12599US 2021

5Births / yr

↓Falling

700All-time births

📅 Since 191200

How to pronounce Devere

day·VER·ay

/deɪ.ˈvɛr.eɪ/ · stress on VER · 3 syllables

“from the river”

English origin · Boy name

What does Devere mean and where does it come from?

Devere is an anglicized name with origins in both English and Irish cultures. In Irish, it signifies someone who hails from a riverbank or a waterway, while in Old English, it refers to someone living near a dyke or drainage channel. It has a sense of connection to natural features. The name is quit

Cultural significance

Devere has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the river.

Peak popularity

Reached #1371 in 1916 — currently #12599 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Devere?

Devere works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Devere Grace

How popular is Devere right now?

Falling — down 3395 spots — currently #12599 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2021#12599 · Top 9.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#12599	5	▼ down 3395 · -17% births
2000	#9204	6	▼ down 3231 · -33% births
1995	#5973	9	▲ up 428 · +80% births
1980	#6401	5	▼ down 1478 · -17% births
1975	#4923	6	▼ down 38 · +20% births
1970	#4885	5	▼ down 822
1965	#4063	5	▼ down 278 · -17% births
1960	#3785	6	▼ down 1131 · -40% births
1955	#2654	10	▲ up 1189 · +100% births
1950	#3843	5	▼ down 1691 · -58% births
1940	#2152	12	▼ down 516 · -37% births
1935	#1636	19	▲ up 49 · -5% births
1930	#1685	20	▲ up 108
1925	#1793	20	▲ up 79 · +5% births
1920	#1872	19	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Devere

Best Year1935Rank #1636

Peak Count20

Average Rank#4333

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202116 years

The story of Devere

Devere entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 700 total births recorded, Devere remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1860 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12599 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Devere in 1916:

John William James Robert Joseph

Devere by decade

Devere peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	117
1920s ★	194
1930s	145
1940s	62
1950s	61
1960s	30
1970s	17
1980s	23
1990s	35
2000s	11
2010s	5

💎Devere has only 700 total recorded births since 1912 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Devere?

Common

DevDevieDevyEre

What names sound and feel like Devere?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Devere also consider these

Levere

English · A beloved name

Demere

Arabic · To hold, control,

Devore

French · A French name

Revere

Latin · Latin

Envere

English · A English name

Deverne

American · from the oak

Devern

American · A modern form

Delore

English · Of sorrow.

Common questions about the name Devere

What does the name Devere mean?

Devere means "from the river" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Devere?

Devere is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Devere?

Devere originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Devere?

Devere is a three-syllable name pronounced D EY0 V EH1 R EY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Devere?

Devere pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.