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Ben vs Devon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ben

Boy #802 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Benjamin: son of the right hand"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew German Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#802
Total SSA Count
313
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ben Rank #802
Devon Rank #960

Ben is more popular, ranked #802 vs #960 for Devon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ben or Devon more popular?

Ben is more popular, ranked #802 compared to Devon at #960 in the United States.

What do Ben and Devon mean?

Ben means "short form of Benjamin: son of the right hand" (Hebrew origin). Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin).

Are Ben and Devon boy or girl names?

Ben is primarily a boy name. Devon is primarily a boy name.

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