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Devan vs Arya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Devan

Boy #2,528 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little deer (Irish)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Indian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,528
Total SSA Count
53
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Arya

Boy #2,416 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, honorable"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Iranian Norse (via Game of Thrones)

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,416
Total SSA Count
58
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Devan Rank #2,528
Arya Rank #2,416

Arya is more popular, ranked #2416 vs #2528 for Devan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devan or Arya more popular?

Arya is more popular, ranked #2416 compared to Devan at #2528 in the United States.

What do Devan and Arya mean?

Devan means "little deer (Irish)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Arya means "noble, honorable" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Devan and Arya boy or girl names?

Devan is primarily a boy name. Arya is primarily a boy name.

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