Devany Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Devany is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic surname O'Dubhain, which translates to 'little dark one.' It has evolved from its historical forms to the modern usage seen today. The name carries traits of uniqueness and creativity, with no direct biblical relevance. Its popularity has increased in recent decades, particularly as surnames have influenced first names.
The name Devany is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Devany has been too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Devany' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8847th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3785th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4710th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Devany' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Devany"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈvæni/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Devany is derived from the Gaelic surname 'O'Dubhain,' which means 'descendant of Dubhan,' a personal name that is believed to mean 'little dark one.'
Meaning
little dark one
Language Evolution
O'Dubhain, Dubhan, Devany
Historical Usage
The name Devany has been used in Ireland for centuries, gaining popularity in the late 20th century as Irish surnames became more common as first names in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Devaney, Devan, Dev
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Devany is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Devany Miller, an American actress, Devany O'Leary, an Irish poet
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Devany"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Devany"
"Devany" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8847th of 27321 | 118 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3785th of 35406 | 602 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4710th of 30306 | 347 |
Regional Popularity of "Devany" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Devany" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
31.64% 2314th/7313 |
48.51% 3620th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
35.71% 2436th/6822 |
61.84% 3881st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Devany"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Devany" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.