Devaughn
About Devaughn
Devaughn is a contemporary name that appears to be a variant spelling of DeVon or Devin, with the distinctive '-vaughn' ending that may be influenced by the surname Vaughn (from Welsh, meaning 'small'). The prefix 'De-' is found in many names of various origins, including French and Latin roots meaning 'of' or 'from.' Devaughn gained modest recognition in the United States particularly from the 1980s onward. The name's popularity peaked in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The spelling variation with 'gh' gives the name a distinctive quality while maintaining its phonetic pronunciation. Usage patterns show that Devaughn has been embraced across diverse communities in the United States, particularly from the late 20th century onward.
As of October 2026, Devaughn ranked #5255 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #926 in 1993.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,049 | 37 | 19.3 |
| 2015 | #4,584 | 21 | 11 |
| 2016 | #3,460 | 32 | 16.9 |
| 2017 | #3,608 | 30 | 16.2 |
| 2018 | #4,019 | 26 | 14.3 |
| 2019 | #3,509 | 32 | 17.8 |
| 2020 | #4,457 | 22 | 12.7 |
| 2021 | #3,834 | 28 | 16 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | #4,488 | 23 | 13.4 |
| 2024 | #4,445 | 23 | 13.3 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Devaughn on lists
Famous Devaughns
- Devaughn Elliott
Kittian footballer
- DeVaughn Nixon
American actor
- Raheem Devaughn
American musician