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Payson vs Devan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Payson Rank #2,637
Devan Rank #2,528

Devan is more popular, ranked #2528 vs #2637 for Payson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Payson or Devan more popular?

Devan is more popular, ranked #2528 compared to Payson at #2637 in the United States.

What do Payson and Devan mean?

Payson means "son of Paye/Pace (son of Peace)" (Old English/Latin origin). Devan means "little deer (Irish)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Payson and Devan boy or girl names?

Payson is primarily a boy name. Devan is primarily a boy name.

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