Devaughn
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Devaughn
Devaughn appears to be primarily a masculine rather than feminine name as indicated, representing a modern variant spelling of DeVon, Devon, or Devin. These names have multiple possible origins, including connections to the English county of Devon (from the tribal name 'Dumnonii' meaning 'deep valley dwellers') or as variants of the French surname DeVane. The prefix 'De-' suggests 'of' or 'from' in French. Devaughn emerged in usage records in the United States during the latter part of the 20th century but has remained relatively uncommon. The spelling with '-vaughn' might be influenced by the surname Vaughn or Vaughan, which comes from Welsh origins meaning 'small.' The name has a strong sound with emphasis typically on the second syllable (de-VAUGHN). Its distinctiveness represents the creative approach to spelling variations that became increasingly common in contemporary naming practices.
Devaughn for boys#5255 US
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.
Pronounced duh-VON.
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 |
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