Origin and Meaning of Deverly

A variation of the name Beverly, meaning 'beaver stream' or 'dweller near the beaver stream'.

Origin: English - Deverly is derived from the old English place name Beverly, which is composed of two elements: 'beofor' (beaver) and 'leah' (clearing or meadow).

• Deverly is considered a modern and less common variant of the name Beverly, which has historical roots going back to the Anglo-Saxon period.
• The name Beverly was traditionally used for both genders, but has become more popular as a female name in the 20th century.
• Notable bearers of related names include Beverly Hills, a famous region in California, while Deverly itself does not have widespread notable figures.
• The popularity of Beverly peaked in the mid-20th century, while Deverly remains significantly less common and is often considered unique.
• Variations of the name Beverly include Bev, Beverley, and Beverleigh, but Deverly stands out as a distinctive modern take.