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Devin vs Shawn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shawn

Boy #639 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew (Yochanan) via Irish (Sean)

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#639
Total SSA Count
438
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Devin Rank #516
Shawn Rank #639

Devin is more popular, ranked #516 vs #639 for Shawn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devin or Shawn more popular?

Devin is more popular, ranked #516 compared to Shawn at #639 in the United States.

What do Devin and Shawn mean?

Devin means "little fawn" (Irish Gaelic origin). Shawn means "God is gracious" (Hebrew (Yochanan) via Irish (Sean) origin).

Are Devin and Shawn boy or girl names?

Devin is primarily a boy name. Shawn is primarily a boy name.

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