Dylon
Dylon is a boy's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Great tide or born from the sea.
Origin and history
Dylon is a modern spelling variant of the classic Welsh name Dylan. In Welsh mythology, Dylan was a legendary figure associated with the sea. In the United States, Dylon has seen moderate usage as an alternative phonetic spelling of Dylan.
Popularity in the United States
4,517 babies in the United States have been named Dylon since 1880. It ranks #1845 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1816.
States where it is most popular
- TX (14.2 %)
- CA (10.1 %)
- FL (7.9 %)
- OH (7.7 %)
- NY (6.2 %)
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 | 40 |
| 1980-1990 | 154 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,985 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,712 |
| 2010-2019 | 515 |
| 2020-2029 | 111 |
Nicknames
Dy
Fun facts
- The underlying name Dylan stems from the Welsh elements 'dy' (towards) and 'llanw' (tide or flow).
- Dylon emerged in the late 20th century alongside the surging popularity of the traditional spelling Dylan.