Dyllan
Dyllan is a boy's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Great sea, born of the sea, or wave.
Origin and history
Dyllan is a modern variant spelling of the traditional Welsh name Dylan. Etymologically, it is derived from Welsh elements meaning 'great' and 'sea' or 'wave'. In the United States, it is a less common alternative spelling given primarily to boys.
Popularity in the United States
3,302 babies in the United States have been named Dyllan since 1880. It ranks #2236 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1812.
States where it is most popular
- CA (21.8 %)
- TX (17.9 %)
- FL (10.6 %)
- NY (5.8 %)
- PA (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 38 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,199 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,363 |
| 2010-2019 | 587 |
| 2020-2029 | 115 |
Fun facts
- Dyllan uses a double 'l', offering a distinctive visual tweak on the highly popular Welsh name Dylan.
- The original Welsh name Dylan belongs to a legendary figure in the Mabinogion associated with the sea.