Devin Belisle

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Devin Belisle — Latin
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Devin Belisle is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Devin is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Devin is a unisex English-language given name, of many origins. One origin for Devin is from the surname Devin, which is an anglicization of the Irish patronymic Ó Damháin. The Irish patronymic is in reference to the given name 'damán allaid' meaning "fawn", or "poet". A separate and unrelated root for Devin is from a nickname, based on Old French devin, "divine" (Latin dīvīnus). As a masculine given name, Devin became somewhat popular in the United States during the 1980s to 2000s, peaking at rank 59 in 1997. During this time, Devin also began to see some use as a feminine given name. The surname Belisle: Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon. Devin is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 42K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Devin reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Devin

Latin

Devin is a unisex English-language given name, of many origins. One origin for Devin is from the surname Devin, which is an anglicization of the Irish patronymic Ó Damháin. The Irish patronymic is in reference to the given name 'damán allaid' meaning "fawn", or "poet". A separate and unrelated root for Devin is from a nickname, based on Old French devin, "divine" (Latin dīvīnus). As a masculine given name, Devin became somewhat popular in the United States during the 1980s to 2000s, peaking at rank 59 in 1997. During this time, Devin also began to see some use as a feminine given name.

Surname: Belisle

English

Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Devin is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Devin by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Devin Belisle:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Devin?
The first name Devin originates from Latin. Devin is a unisex English-language given name, of many origins. One origin for Devin is from the surname Devin, which is an anglicization of the Irish patronymic Ó Damháin. The Irish patronymic is in reference to the given name 'damán allaid' meaning "fawn", or "poet". A separate and unrelated root for Devin is from a nickname, based on Old French devin, "divine" (Latin dīvīnus). As a masculine given name, Devin became somewhat popular in the United States during the 1980s to 2000s, peaking at rank 59 in 1997. During this time, Devin also began to see some use as a feminine given name.
When was Devin most popular?
The name Devin reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Belisle?
The surname Belisle originates from English. Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon.
What are the origins of the name Devin Belisle?
The name Devin Belisle combines two different traditions: the first name Devin has Latin roots, while the surname Belisle originates from English.
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