Dillion Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dillion is an Irish name derived from the surname O'Duilleain, meaning follower of the noble. It evolved from historical forms like O'Duilleain and Duille. The name is associated with individuality and creativity, and it gained popularity in the 20th century. There is no biblical relevance.
The name Dillion is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Dillion has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male 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 male in West. Across generations, 'Dillion' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8639th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 993rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1401st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4052nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dillion' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dillion"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɪl.jən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Dillion is derived from the Irish surname 'O'Duilleain', which means 'descendant of Duille', a personal name of uncertain meaning.
Meaning
follower of the noble
Language Evolution
O'Duilleain, Duille, Dillion
Historical Usage
Dillion gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, influenced by the trend of adopting surnames as first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Dylan, Dill, Dillan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dillion is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dillion Harper, an American adult film actress, Dillion Worthing, an American actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dillion"
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 "Dillion"
"Dillion" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8639th of 10718 | 13 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 993rd of 16616 | 1,637 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1401st of 24088 | 1,678 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4052nd of 23106 | 310 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Dillion" 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) |
22.23% 819th/3685 |
32.65% 1461st/4475 |
15.54% 807th/5194 |
24.14% 1525th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.05% 1331st/4582 |
46.05% 2378th/5164 |
16.23% 1187th/7313 |
28.22% 2106th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Dillion" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dillion"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dillion" 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.