Devine

Devine is a surname of Irish origin. It is an Anglicized form of the Gaelic personal name Daimhín, from which it developed as a patronymic surname. The element Daimh means "ox" or "stag," and the diminutive suffix -ín indicates a smaller or descendant form, yielding a meaning akin to "little Daimhín" or "son of Daimhín." The name is historically associated with various Gaelic families and, over the centuries, spread to English-speaking countries through migration.

Today, Devine is found primarily in Ireland and in countries with Irish diaspora communities, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Spelling and pronunciation vary by region.

The surname is borne by people in many occupations, and it has been represented in politics, sports, academia, and the arts. Because it is a common surname rather than a single notable figure, there is no single defining individual associated with the name.

In geography, Devine is the name of a town in Medina County, Texas, United States, illustrating how the surname has entered place names through local history.