Liam Patel

By Liam Patel
Linguistics Researcher

Updated on September 04, 2024

Devin

US Popularity Rank: 837

Origin: Gaelic

Meaning: Bard, poet; Divine, godlike; Stag; Ox

Devin is a gender-neutral name of Irish, English, and Latin origins. Enriched by the culture of the Emerald Isle, this little one can be inspired by the stories and tales that flow from the country. With their name meaning “bard” or “poet,” Devin might have a way with words that will never fail to win them an extra serving of dessert after dinner. Devin may also have links to the last name O'Damhin and the Irish Gaelic word damh, meaning "stag" or "ox." For a name that helps baby connect to their wild, animal-like spirit, this can definitely do the trick. Traveling overseas, Devin was used in medieval France as a name given to the highest of kings, thanks to an old French meaning of “divine” or “godlike.” Whichever history you choose to follow in naming baby, they are sure to be held in high honor in your hom

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