NAME PROFILE

Daevon

Derived from Hebrew origins meaning tenderness or gentleness, this name describes a soul that is compassionate, nurturing, and deeply empathetic towards others.

Key Stats

Total births995
GenderMale (17% / 83%)
Peak year2000
Peak generationGen Z
First recorded1996
Most recent2010
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

NY — 35%CA — 22%VA — 17%PA — 13%MI — 13%

Notable People

Mahala Andrews (Vertebrate Paleontologist) · Mahala Fisk Pillsbury (Philanthropist and First Lady of Minnesota) · Mahala Ashley Dickerson (Civil Rights Attorney and Author) · Mahala Douglas (Explorer and Socialite) · Mahala Shere (Renowned Healer and Spiritual Teacher)

Nicknames & Diminutives

HalaMahalieHallieMay

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