Devan vs Theodore

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

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Popularity Comparison

Devan Rank #2,528
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Devan

Kieran Sienna Aisling Finn Niamh

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devan or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Devan at #2528 in the United States.

What do Devan and Theodore mean?

Devan means "little deer (Irish)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Devan and Theodore boy or girl names?

Devan is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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