Devry
Pronunciation: [ d-EHVR-ee ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Devry first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 27 babies have been named Devry in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Devry is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,510 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,510
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Devry
Devry is a boy name .
Is Devry a boy or girl name? Devry is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,510 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #31,883. Devry is more commonly used as a girl name.
Devry is currently ranked #39,510 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Devry include Dev, Dey, Deie, and Devkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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