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Smith vs Dev

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,580
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Smith Rank #1,580
Dev Rank #1,401

Dev is more popular, ranked #1401 vs #1580 for Smith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Smith or Dev more popular?

Dev is more popular, ranked #1401 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Smith and Dev mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Dev means "divine, god" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Smith and Dev boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Dev is primarily a boy name.

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