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Devin vs Colby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Devin

Boy #516 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little fawn"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#516
Total SSA Count
593
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Colby

Boy #582 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark man's settlement, coal-black farm"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#582
Total SSA Count
489
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Devin Rank #516
Colby Rank #582

Devin is more popular, ranked #516 vs #582 for Colby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devin or Colby more popular?

Devin is more popular, ranked #516 compared to Colby at #582 in the United States.

What do Devin and Colby mean?

Devin means "little fawn" (Irish Gaelic origin). Colby means "dark man's settlement, coal-black farm" (Old Norse origin).

Are Devin and Colby boy or girl names?

Devin is primarily a boy name. Colby is primarily a boy name.

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