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Dylan

Dylan is a boy name of Welsh origin, meaning Son of the sea" - a Welsh sea god.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginWelsh
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#36

What does Dylan mean?

Son of the sea" - a Welsh sea god

How popular is Dylan?

Popularity in the United States

Dylan has been given to 398,187 babies in the United States since 1953, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 223 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Dylan per year in the United States, 1953–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Dylan has been given to 68,384 babies in France since 1971, peaking in the 1990s. Its use has declined since that peak.

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Babies named Dylan per year in France, 1971–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 11,080 people called Dylan living in Spain, with an average age of 6.2.

398,187 Babies named since 1953
2000s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Dylan

What does the name Dylan mean?

Dylan means Son of the sea" - a Welsh sea god. It is of Welsh origin.

Is Dylan a boy's or a girl's name?

Dylan is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Dylan?

Dylan has been given to 398,187 babies in the United States since 1953, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.