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Devon vs Randy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Randy

Boy #1,019 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shield wolf, protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,019
Total SSA Count
218
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

25 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Devon Rank #960
Randy Rank #1,019

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 vs #1019 for Randy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devon or Randy more popular?

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 compared to Randy at #1019 in the United States.

What do Devon and Randy mean?

Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin). Randy means "shield wolf, protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Devon and Randy boy or girl names?

Devon is primarily a boy name. Randy is primarily a boy name.

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