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Boy/GirlPronounced English /ˈdɛv.ən/; English /də.ˈvɑn/English language family

Devon

This name is a variant of Devin.

Quick answer

Devon is a boy/girl name.

Pronunciation: English /ˈdɛv.ən/; English /də.ˈvɑn/.

GenderBoy/Girl
PronunciationEnglish /ˈdɛv.ən/; English /də.ˈvɑn/
Language familyEnglish

Meaning and history

This name is a variant of Devin. It may also be partly inspired by the name of the county of Devon in England, which got its name from the Dumnonii, a Celtic tribe. As an African-American name, it is typically stressed on the second syllable, and may have been chosen because it shares a similar sound with names such as Trevon and Javon.

Notes and context

Usage: english, african american