Devan vs Mia

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
Nicknames
Dev

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Devan Rank #2,528
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2528 for Devan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Devan ___

  • Devan James
  • Devan Michael
  • Devan Lee
  • Devan Patrick
  • Devan Cole
  • Devan Ray

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Devan

Kieran Sienna Aisling Finn Niamh

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devan or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Devan at #2528 in the United States.

What do Devan and Mia mean?

Devan means "little deer (Irish)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Devan and Mia boy or girl names?

Devan is primarily a boy name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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