Dyllon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dyllon is a name of Welsh origin, derived from 'Dylan,' meaning 'son of the sea.' It has evolved through different forms and gained popularity in the 20th century, often associated with artistic traits. The name has no biblical relevance.
The name Dyllon is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dyllon 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, 'Dyllon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2348th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2455th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8735th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dyllon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dyllon"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɪlən/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Dyllon is derived from the Welsh name 'Dylan,' which means 'son of the sea' or 'born from the ocean.'
Meaning
son of the sea
Language Evolution
Dylan, Dyllan
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in English-speaking countries, partly due to its association with the famous Welsh poet Dylan Thomas.
Variants & Derivatives
Dylan, Dillon, Dillan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dyllon is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and artistic expression.
Famous People
Dyllon Murphy, a contemporary artist, Dyllon McLeod, a professional athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dyllon"
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 "Dyllon"
"Dyllon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2348th of 16616 | 439 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2455th of 24088 | 732 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8735th of 23106 | 96 |
Regional Popularity of "Dyllon" 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) |
52.13% 1921st/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
39.20% 2036th/5194 |
33.69% 2128th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
63.31% 2901st/4582 |
66.98% 3459th/5164 |
33.11% 2421st/7313 |
38.34% 2861st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dyllon" 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 "Dyllon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dyllon" 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.