Devron

“Variation of Devin or a place-name meaning 'from the river'” — Associated with the surname 'Devon'

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10067US 2022

7Births / yr

↑Rising

892All-time births

📅 Since 194900

How to pronounce Devron

DEVR·AHN

/ˈdɛvr.ˈɑn/ · stress on DEVR · 2 syllables

“Variation of Devin or a place-name meaning 'from the river'”

Associated with the surname 'Devon' · American origin

What does Devron mean and where does it come from?

Devron is a relatively modern name that gained popularity in the United States. The name is often associated with the surname 'Devon', which has ancient Celtic roots. There have been a few notable people with this name, including professional athletes in various sports, but there is no particular hi

Cultural significance

Devron has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variation of devin or a place-name meaning 'from the river'.

Peak popularity

Reached #1889 in 1990 — currently #10067 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Devron?

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

Devron Grace

How popular is Devron right now?

Rising fast — up 655 spots — currently #10067 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1965–2022#10067 · Top 7.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#10067	7	▲ up 655 · +17% births
2020	#10722	6	▲ up 120
2015	#10842	6	▼ down 4420 · -54% births
2010	#6422	13	▲ up 317 · +18% births
2005	#6739	11	▼ down 3069 · -50% births
2000	#3670	22	▼ down 1300 · -33% births
1995	#2370	33	▼ down 481 · -20% births
1990	#1889	41	▲ up 878 · +128% births
1985	#2767	18	▲ up 751 · +50% births
1980	#3518	12	▼ down 673 · -14% births
1975	#2845	14	▲ up 580 · +56% births
1970	#3425	9	▲ up 376 · +50% births
1965	#3801	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Devron

Best Year1990Rank #1889

Peak Count41

Average Rank#5314

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1965 - 202213 years

The story of Devron

Devron entered American naming records in 1949 and has been in use for over 75 years. With 892 total births recorded, Devron remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3801 in 1965, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10067 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Devron in 1990:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Daniel

Devron by decade

Devron peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	6
1960s	52
1970s	118
1980s	202
1990s ★	298
2000s	136
2010s	74
2020s	6

💎Devron has only 892 total recorded births since 1949 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Devron?

Common

DevDeEvron

What names sound and feel like Devron?

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

Derron

American · English

Deyron

American · Derived from 'Derron';

Devyon

American · Deviant or different

Devlon

American · an invented name

Devon

American · English

Detron

American · Derived from 'Dethroned',

Deron

American · A beloved name

Dearon

American · A variation of

Common questions about the name Devron

What does the name Devron mean?

Devron means "Variation of Devin or a place-name meaning 'from the river'" — a name rooted in American 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 Devron?

Devron is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Devron?

Devron originates from American tradition. American 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 Devron?

Devron is a two-syllable name pronounced D EH1 V R AA1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Devron a common or rare name?

Devron is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.