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Devin vs Houston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Houston

Boy #704 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Hugh's settlement, town"

Origin: Old English via Scottish

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#704
Total SSA Count
381
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Devin Rank #516
Houston Rank #704

Devin is more popular, ranked #516 vs #704 for Houston.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devin or Houston more popular?

Devin is more popular, ranked #516 compared to Houston at #704 in the United States.

What do Devin and Houston mean?

Devin means "little fawn" (Irish Gaelic origin). Houston means "Hugh's settlement, town" (Old English via Scottish origin).

Are Devin and Houston boy or girl names?

Devin is primarily a boy name. Houston is primarily a boy name.

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