Devyn

Meaning of Devyn

A variant of Devin, meaning "poet"

Devyn has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Devyn

After ranking as high as #700 in 2000, Devyn has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Devyn as a boy's name

Devyn is also used as a boy's name. The name Devyn is thought to mean 'poet' or 'bard.' It's linked to a word for someone who writes or recites poetry.

Notable people named Devyn

• Devyn Nekoda
  Canadian actress and dancer
• Devyn Simone
  Matchmaker and TV personality
• Devyn Rush
  American singer and songwriter
• Devyn Carter
  Adult film actress
• Devyn Marble
  American basketball player

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Questions about the name Devyn

What does the name Devyn mean?

Devyn means a variant of devin, meaning "poet", and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Devyn a boy's or a girl's name?

Devyn is used for both boys and girls in the United States, which makes it a unisex name.

How popular is the name Devyn?

Devyn did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Devyn most popular?

Devyn peaked at #700 in 2000.