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Devon vs Jethro

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jethro

Boy #1,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"his excellence, his preeminence"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,082
Total SSA Count
201
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Devon Rank #960
Jethro Rank #1,082

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 vs #1082 for Jethro.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devon or Jethro more popular?

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 compared to Jethro at #1082 in the United States.

What do Devon and Jethro mean?

Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin). Jethro means "his excellence, his preeminence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Devon and Jethro boy or girl names?

Devon is primarily a boy name. Jethro is primarily a boy name.

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