Devin Keeton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Devin Keeton — Latin
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Devin Keeton 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 Keeton: Bob Keeton (1918–1996), English footballer Cheryl Keeton (1949–1986), American lawyer Chuckie Keeton (born 1993), American football player Durwood Keeton (born 1952), American football player Elmer Keeton (1882–1947), American musician, community leader Frederick Keeton (1855–1911), English cricketer Haydn Keeton (1847–1921), American football player John Keeton (born 1972), British boxer Kathy Keeton (1939–1997), American magazine publisher Kimberly Keeton, American computer scientist Rickey Keeton (born 1957), American baseball player Robert Keeton (1919–2007), American lawyer Ruth U. 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: Keeton

English

Bob Keeton (1918–1996), English footballer Cheryl Keeton (1949–1986), American lawyer Chuckie Keeton (born 1993), American football player Durwood Keeton (born 1952), American football player Elmer Keeton (1882–1947), American musician, community leader Frederick Keeton (1855–1911), English cricketer Haydn Keeton (1847–1921), American football player John Keeton (born 1972), British boxer Kathy Keeton (1939–1997), American magazine publisher Kimberly Keeton, American computer scientist Rickey Keeton (born 1957), American baseball player Robert Keeton (1919–2007), American lawyer Ruth U.

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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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Notable People Named Devin Keeton

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Keeton?
The surname Keeton originates from English. Bob Keeton (1918–1996), English footballer Cheryl Keeton (1949–1986), American lawyer Chuckie Keeton (born 1993), American football player Durwood Keeton (born 1952), American football player Elmer Keeton (1882–1947), American musician, community leader Frederick Keeton (1855–1911), English cricketer Haydn Keeton (1847–1921), American football player John Keeton (born 1972), British boxer Kathy Keeton (1939–1997), American magazine publisher Kimberly Keeton, American computer scientist Rickey Keeton (born 1957), American baseball player Robert Keeton (1919–2007), American lawyer Ruth U.
What are the origins of the name Devin Keeton?
The name Devin Keeton combines two different traditions: the first name Devin has Latin roots, while the surname Keeton originates from English.
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