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Jody vs Devan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jody

Boy #2,692 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"diminutive of Judith, praised woman"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,692
Total SSA Count
49
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Devan

Boy #2,528 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little deer (Irish)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Indian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,528
Total SSA Count
53
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jody Rank #2,692
Devan Rank #2,528

Devan is more popular, ranked #2528 vs #2692 for Jody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jody or Devan more popular?

Devan is more popular, ranked #2528 compared to Jody at #2692 in the United States.

What do Jody and Devan mean?

Jody means "diminutive of Judith, praised woman" (Hebrew origin). Devan means "little deer (Irish)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Jody and Devan boy or girl names?

Jody is primarily a boy name. Devan is primarily a boy name.

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