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Dev vs Nate

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
Nate Rank #1,571

Dev is more popular, ranked #1401 vs #1571 for Nate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dev or Nate more popular?

Dev is more popular, ranked #1401 compared to Nate at #1571 in the United States.

What do Dev and Nate mean?

Dev means "divine, god" (Sanskrit origin). Nate means "God has given" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dev and Nate boy or girl names?

Dev is primarily a boy name. Nate is primarily a boy name.

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