Deval
Pronunciation: [ d-ihv-AHL ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Deval first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 72 babies have been named Deval in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Deval is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,651 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,651
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Deval
Deval is a boy name .
Deval is currently ranked #39,651 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Deval include Dev, Dey, and Devie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Deval include Devansh, Devan, Devante, Devaughn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis