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Locke vs Devyn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Locke

Boy #2,493 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"place by a waterway lock"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,493
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Devyn

Boy #2,640 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bard, poet (from Irish Daimhin)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,640
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Locke Rank #2,493
Devyn Rank #2,640

Locke is more popular, ranked #2493 vs #2640 for Devyn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Locke or Devyn more popular?

Locke is more popular, ranked #2493 compared to Devyn at #2640 in the United States.

What do Locke and Devyn mean?

Locke means "place by a waterway lock" (Old English origin). Devyn means "bard, poet (from Irish Daimhin)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Locke and Devyn boy or girl names?

Locke is primarily a boy name. Devyn is primarily a boy name.

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