Devonda
A feminine name of unknown meaning and origin, possibly a variant of Devonda.
Name Census estimates that about 203 living Americans carry the first name Devonda. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Devonda today is around 52 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Devonda births was 1974 (17 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Devonda. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
203
~ 1 in 1,688,445 Americans
Peak year
1974
17 babies that year
Average age
52
years old
1992 SSA rank
#10,800
Tracked since 1950
Popularity
Devonda: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Devonda from the 1950s through to the 1990s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 96 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Devonda by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Devonda during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Devondas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Devonda
The given name Devonda is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, dating back to ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "devanda," which means "divine gift" or "gift from the gods." This name was likely first used by Hindu families in the Indian subcontinent, possibly as early as the 5th century BCE.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Devonda can be found in the ancient Hindu text, the Mahabharata. In this epic, there is a minor character named Devonda, who is described as a wise sage. However, little is known about the historical accuracy of this reference.
During the medieval period, the name Devonda gained popularity in parts of South Asia, particularly in regions where Hinduism and Buddhism were prevalent. It was often associated with spirituality and reverence for the divine.
The earliest known historical figure with the name Devonda was a Buddhist monk who lived in the 8th century CE in what is now modern-day Bangladesh. He was known for his teachings on non-violence and compassion.
In the 12th century, there was a prominent Hindu philosopher and scholar named Devonda Bhattacharya, who made significant contributions to the study of logic and epistemology. He was born in the Indian state of Odisha and spent much of his life teaching in various universities across the subcontinent.
During the 16th century, a Sufi mystic and poet named Devonda Qadri gained recognition in parts of South Asia for his devotional poetry and spiritual teachings. He was born in present-day Pakistan and traveled extensively, influencing both Hindu and Muslim communities.
In the 19th century, a notable figure named Devonda Saraswati emerged as a prominent leader in the Hindu renaissance movement. She was a prominent scholar, social reformer, and advocate for women's education in India.
Another historical figure with the name Devonda was a 20th-century Indian freedom fighter and activist named Devonda Ghosh. She was a vocal advocate for Indian independence and played a significant role in the non-violent resistance movement against British colonial rule.
While the name Devonda has its roots in South Asian culture and history, it has gained recognition and popularity in various parts of the world due to its unique and melodic sound. However, its historical significance and origins can be traced back to ancient India and its rich spiritual traditions.
People
Devonda + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Devonda as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Devonda: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Devonda?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 203 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Devonda going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,688,445 US residents.
Is Devonda a common name?
We classify Devonda as "Very Rare". It ranks above 74.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 231 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Devonda most popular?
The single biggest year for Devonda was 1974, when 17 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Devonda is about 52 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Devonda a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Devonda in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.