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Reef vs Devan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reef

Boy #2,557 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ridge of rock or coral beneath the sea"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

Australian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,557
Total SSA Count
52
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Reef Rank #2,557
Devan Rank #2,528

Devan is more popular, ranked #2528 vs #2557 for Reef.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reef or Devan more popular?

Devan is more popular, ranked #2528 compared to Reef at #2557 in the United States.

What do Reef and Devan mean?

Reef means "ridge of rock or coral beneath the sea" (English origin). Devan means "little deer (Irish)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Reef and Devan boy or girl names?

Reef is primarily a boy name. Devan is primarily a boy name.

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