Devie is of Greek origin, derived from the name Dovie, which is a variation of Douvis. The name Devie means "from the island of Naxos." It's also associated with the idea of being gentle and delicate, like a dove (dove in Greek is "peristera"). Despite its Greek roots, Devie has gained popularity worldwide, particularly in English-speaking countries.
The name Devie peaked in popularity during the late 1950s to early 1960s with a total of 35 births recorded over these years, the highest being in 1961 with 9 births that year alone.