Dylon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dylon is a modern English name derived from the Welsh name Dylan, meaning 'son of the sea' or 'born from the ocean'. It has evolved through various forms like Dylan and Dillan. The name is associated with creativity and has gained popularity in the 20th century without significant biblical relevance.
The name Dylon is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Dylon 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, 'Dylon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5873rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1071st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1043rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3516th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dylon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dylon"
Pronunciation
/ˈdaɪlən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Dylon is believed to be a variation of the name Dylan, which has Welsh origins. It combines elements that mean 'son of the sea' or 'born from the ocean'.
Meaning
son of the sea, born from the ocean
Language Evolution
Dylan, Dillan, Dylon
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, influenced by the cultural resurgence of Welsh names and famous figures bearing the name.
Variants & Derivatives
Dylan, Dillan, Dilon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dylon is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and artistic expression.
Famous People
Dylon McMahon, an emerging actor, Dylon O’Connell, a well-known musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dylon"
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 "Dylon"
"Dylon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5873rd of 10718 | 45 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1071st of 16616 | 1,457 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1043rd of 24088 | 2,624 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3516th of 23106 | 380 |
Regional Popularity of "Dylon" 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) |
22.55% 831st/3685 |
27.75% 1242nd/4475 |
19.58% 1017th/5194 |
19.17% 1211th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.49% 939th/4582 |
26.16% 1351st/5164 |
14.78% 1081st/7313 |
18.45% 1377th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
78.20% 3509th/4487 |
45.31% 3091st/6822 |
59.66% 3744th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Dylon" 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 "Dylon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dylon" 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.