Devion Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Devion is a modern English name that likely draws from the historical place name Devon, which has roots in Old English. Its meaning is related to notions of being a 'defender' or 'beloved.' The name has evolved from its place name origins into a contemporary personal name. It does not have biblical relevance. Devion has gained popularity in recent decades, reflecting a trend towards unique and creative names.
The name Devion is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Devion has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Devion' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2521st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1770th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4251st out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21402nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28780th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Devion' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Devion"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛviən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Devion is a modern name that is likely derived from variations of the name 'Devon,' which is associated with the county of Devon in England, or it may be influenced by other names with similar phonetics.
Meaning
derived from a place name, possibly 'defender' or 'beloved'.
Language Evolution
Devon (Old English: Dofn), Devonshire, Devion
Historical Usage
Devion gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern name, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Devon, Devin, Devante
Modern Popularity & Image
Devion is perceived as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Devion McNair, an emerging artist, Devion Williams, a notable scholar
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Devion"
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 "Devion"
"Devion" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2521st of 16616 | 395 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1770th of 24088 | 1,174 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4251st of 23106 | 290 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21402nd of 27321 | 14 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28780th of 35406 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Devion" 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) |
43.18% 1591st/3685 |
- |
40.05% 2080th/5194 |
37.93% 2396th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.77% 1135th/4582 |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
22.54% 1648th/7313 |
35.59% 2656th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
- |
62.05% 4233rd/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Devion" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Devion"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Devion" 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.