"little one, junior (Vaughn element)"
Origin: Welsh fychan
Language: English
Devaughn
Pronunciation: [ d-EHV-awn ]
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"small deer"
Origin: Welsh via French influence
Language: English
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The Story of Devaughn
DeVaughn is an American name that fuses the prefix 'De-' (a French-influenced element popular in African American naming traditions) with 'Vaughn,' a Welsh surname meaning 'small' or coming from 'fychan' (little, junior). Alternatively, Vaughn traces to Welsh 'bychan.' The De- prefix became popular in the African American community from the 1970s onward as a creative naming convention.
DeVaughn and its variants (DeVon, DeVaughan) were most popular in the 1980s-1990s within African American communities. R&B singer DeVaughn Nixon and the broader use of 'De-' prefix names characterize this era of expressive American naming.
The 'De-' prefix tradition in African American naming represents a creative and culturally specific linguistic tradition — using French-sounding elements to create names that are distinctly American and distinctly Black American. This practice produced hundreds of unique names celebrated for their expressiveness.
Historical Record
Devaughn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,505 babies have been named Devaughn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Devaughn is past its peak , currently ranked #4,462 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The 'De-' prefix became a hallmark of African American naming innovation in the 1970s-80s
- Vaughn is a Welsh surname meaning 'small' or 'little one'
- DeVaughn Nixon was a recurring character on the TV show Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
Devaughn in Other Languages
Welsh
Vaughan/Fychan
French
De- (prefix element)
Popularity Over Time
#4,462
Current Rank
Peaked 1993
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Devaughn
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DeVaughn Nixon
Actor
1980
American actor known for playing Will Smith's friend in episodes of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and son of actor Norm Ni...
American actor known for playing Will Smith's friend in episodes of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and son of actor Norm Nixon
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,462
- Total SSA Count
- 23
- Cultural Origins
- American African American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
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Vaughn
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Frequently Asked Questions About Devaughn
What does the name Devaughn mean?
"little one, junior (Vaughn element)" (from Welsh fychan). "small deer" (from Welsh via French influence). DeVaughn is an American name that fuses the prefix 'De-' (a French-influenced element popular in African American naming traditions) with 'Vaughn,' a Welsh surname meaning 'small' or coming from 'fychan' (little, junior). Alternatively, Vaughn traces to Welsh 'bychan.' The De- prefix became popular in the African American community from the 1970s onward as a creative naming convention.
What is the origin of the name Devaughn?
Devaughn has Welsh fychan, Welsh via French influence, American, and African American origins. In Welsh fychan, it means "little one, junior (Vaughn element)". In Welsh via French influence, it means "small deer".
Is Devaughn a boy or girl name?
Devaughn is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Devaughn?
Devaughn is pronounced d-EHV-awn.
How popular is the name Devaughn?
Devaughn is currently ranked #4462 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Devaughn?
Common nicknames for Devaughn include Dev and Vaughn.
What are good middle names for Devaughn?
Popular middle name pairings include Devaughn James, Devaughn Michael, Devaughn Andre, Devaughn Lee, Devaughn Ray, and Devaughn Allen.
What are good sibling names for Devaughn?
Names that pair well with Devaughn as siblings include DeShawn, Marquise, Layla, Brianna, Keyshawn, and Darius.
How many syllables does Devaughn have?
Devaughn has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Devaughn a common or rare name?
Devaughn is an uncommon name, ranked #4462 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Devaughn
Devaughn is a boy name with American and African American origins . The name means "little one, junior (Vaughn element)" in Welsh fychan .
Devaughn is currently ranked #4,462 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Devaughn has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-EHV-awn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Devaughn include Dev and Vaughn. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Devaughn include Devansh, Devan, Devante . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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