Dillan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dillan is an Irish name with roots in the Gaelic surname O’Duilleain, meaning 'dark' or 'sorrowful'. It has evolved through various historical forms such as Dillon and Dillane. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently seen as modern and stylish. It has no biblical background and is associated with creativity.
The name Dillan is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dillan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dillan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8406th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 914th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 762nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1939th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19434th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7808th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9053rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dillan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dillan"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɪlən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Dillan is derived from the Irish surname 'Dillane' or 'Dillon', which is believed to come from the Gaelic 'O’Duilleain', meaning 'descendant of Duille', a personal name that is thought to mean 'dark' or 'sorrowful'.
Meaning
dark, sorrowful
Language Evolution
O’Duilleain, Dillane, Dillon, Dillan
Historical Usage
The name Dillan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variation of traditional Irish names. It has seen a rise in usage in the United States and other regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Dillon, Dillane, Dill, Dillan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dillan is perceived as a contemporary and stylish name, often associated with creativity and individuality. It maintains a balance between traditional roots and modern appeal.
Famous People
Dillan Chupong - American actor, Dillan O'Rourke - Irish musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dillan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Dillan"
"Dillan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8406th of 10718 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 914th of 16616 | 1,892 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 762nd of 24088 | 4,121 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1939th of 23106 | 938 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19434th of 27321 | 19 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7808th of 35406 | 227 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9053rd of 30306 | 138 |
Regional Popularity of "Dillan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.85% 805th/3685 |
24.13% 1080th/4475 |
15.59% 810th/5194 |
14.74% 931st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.89% 774th/4582 |
19.42% 1003rd/5164 |
9.91% 725th/7313 |
10.71% 799th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.66% 2138th/3984 |
53.58% 2404th/4487 |
26.31% 1795th/6822 |
31.56% 1981st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Dillan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dillan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dillan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.