Dylan

Dylan is a Welsh boy's name. A Welsh name meaning "son of the sea". Its poetic connections and fluid sound have a musical, artistic quality.

How popular is Dylan in the United States?

In 2024, 7,464 boys in the United States were named Dylan, making it the 28th most popular boy's name that year.

Its position has held steady, at 29th a decade earlier.

Its busiest year on record was 2001, with 16,696 births.

Records for Dylan go back to 1953, and 428,351 babies have been given the name since.

What Dylan means and where it comes from

A Welsh name meaning "son of the sea". Its poetic connections and fluid sound have a musical, artistic quality.

Dylan is of Welsh origin, described as modern in style.

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

In 2024, Dylan went to 404 girls and 7,464 boys — 95% boys.

In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

Sibling name ideas for Dylan

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Dylan mean?

A Welsh name meaning "son of the sea". Its poetic connections and fluid sound have a musical, artistic quality.

Where does the name Dylan come from?

Dylan is of Welsh origin, and is usually described as modern in style.

How popular is Dylan in the United States?

In 2024, 7,464 boys in the United States were named Dylan, making it the 28th most popular boy's name that year.

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

In 2024, Dylan went to 404 girls and 7,464 boys — 95% boys. In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

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