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Dev vs Alakai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dev

Boy #1,401 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"divine, god"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Hindi British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,401
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dev Rank #1,401
Alakai Rank #1,582

Dev is more popular, ranked #1401 vs #1582 for Alakai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dev or Alakai more popular?

Dev is more popular, ranked #1401 compared to Alakai at #1582 in the United States.

What do Dev and Alakai mean?

Dev means "divine, god" (Sanskrit origin). Alakai means "path to the sea" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Dev and Alakai boy or girl names?

Dev is primarily a boy name. Alakai is primarily a boy name.

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