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Niam vs Dev

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dev

Boy #1,401 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"divine, god"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Hindi British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,401
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Niam Rank #1,435
Dev Rank #1,401

Dev is more popular, ranked #1401 vs #1435 for Niam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Niam or Dev more popular?

Dev is more popular, ranked #1401 compared to Niam at #1435 in the United States.

What do Niam and Dev mean?

Niam means "bright, radiant" (Old Irish origin). Dev means "divine, god" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Niam and Dev boy or girl names?

Niam is primarily a boy name. Dev is primarily a boy name.

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