"From Evreux, Normandy; of the people of the yew tree"
Origin: Norman French
Language: French
Devereux
Pronunciation: [ d-EHV-er-oo ]
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A distinctive 3-syllable boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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The Story of Devereux
Associated with the Devereux family, Earls of Essex in Tudor England. Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex, was a famous favorite of Queen Elizabeth I.
Historical Record
Devereux first appeared in US Social Security records in 2013.
Over 37 babies have been named Devereux in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Devereux is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #9,619 for boy names in the US .
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Famous People Named Devereux
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Devereux Josephs
American Football Player
1995
NFL wide receiver who played for the New York Giants
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Robert Devereux
Nobleman/Military Commander
1565
2nd Earl of Essex, favourite of Queen Elizabeth I, led military campaigns in Ireland before his execution for treason
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #9,619
- Total SSA Count
- 9
- Cultural Origins
- French English British
- Pronunciation
- Hard
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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Dex
Roux
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Frequently Asked Questions About Devereux
What does the name Devereux mean?
"From Evreux, Normandy; of the people of the yew tree" (from Norman French)
What is the origin of the name Devereux?
Devereux has Norman French, French, English, and British origins. In Norman French, it means "From Evreux, Normandy; of the people of the yew tree".
Is Devereux a boy or girl name?
Devereux is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Devereux?
Devereux is pronounced d-EHV-er-oo.
How popular is the name Devereux?
Devereux is currently ranked #9619 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Devereux?
Common nicknames for Devereux include Dev, Dex, and Roux.
What are good middle names for Devereux?
Popular middle name pairings include Devereux James, Devereux William, Devereux Edward, Devereux Charles, and Devereux Henry.
What are good sibling names for Devereux?
Names that pair well with Devereux as siblings include Montgomery, Pemberton, Sinclair, Wyndham, and Cordelia.
How many syllables does Devereux have?
Devereux has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Devereux a common or rare name?
Devereux is an uncommon name, ranked #9619 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Devereux
Devereux is a boy name with French, English, and British origins . The name means "From Evreux, Normandy; of the people of the yew tree" in Norman French .
Devereux is currently ranked #9,619 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Devereux has 3 syllables and is pronounced d-EHV-er-oo, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Devereux include Dev, Dex, and Roux. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Devereux include Deven, Devereaux . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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