Dever
boy nameDever entered the US charts in 1928, peaked at #4038 in 1960, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1928–2025
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rank today
#4038
peak (1960)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4151 |
| 1960s | #4038 |
| 1980s | #6238 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dever are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dever alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dever in 2025?
- Dever is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dever most popular?
- Dever peaked in 1960, reaching #4038 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dever with classmates?
- Dever will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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