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Fox vs Devon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fox

Boy #1,113 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the fox, cunning animal"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,113
Total SSA Count
192
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Devon

Boy #960 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deep valley dwellers"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#960
Total SSA Count
236
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Fox Rank #1,113
Devon Rank #960

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 vs #1113 for Fox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fox or Devon more popular?

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 compared to Fox at #1113 in the United States.

What do Fox and Devon mean?

Fox means "the fox, cunning animal" (Old English origin). Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin).

Are Fox and Devon boy or girl names?

Fox is primarily a boy name. Devon is primarily a boy name.

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