gender neutral
Dylan
son of the sea
About Dylan
Strong, confident, and utterly timeless, Dylan breaks traditional gender boundaries with remarkable grace. While historically more common for boys, Dylan has emerged as a powerful choice for girls who will grow into formidable women. The single-syllable punch of this name conveys determination and clarity of purpose. There's no unnecessary ornamentation here, just pure, direct strength. Parents choosing Dylan for their daughter often value independence, resilience, and authenticity over conventional expectations. The name's literary and cultural associations add layers of depth and sophistication. It's short enough to remember instantly yet substantial enough to command respect. Dylan works seamlessly across cultures and languages, requiring no explanation or special pronunciation. For families who want their daughter to own her space in the world without apology, Dylan provides the perfect foundation.
Popularity of the Name Dylan
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | #791 | |||
| 1994 | #914 | |||
| 2002 | #883 | #666 | #898 | |
| 2003 | #502 | #709 | #555 | |
| 2004 | #475 | #605 | ||
| 2005 | #608 | #643 | ||
| 2006 | #735 | #761 | ||
| 2007 | #693 | #677 | ||
| 2008 | #527 | #425 | #626 | |
| 2009 | #559 | #422 | #712 | |
| 2010 | #576 | #558 | ||
| 2011 | #496 | #607 | ||
| 2012 | #512 | #544 | ||
| 2013 | #490 | #672 | ||
| 2014 | #394 | #558 | ||
| 2015 | #399 | #683 | ||
| 2016 | #394 | #490 | ||
| 2017 | #354 | #534 | ||
| 2018 | #398 | #623 | ||
| 2019 | #436 | #414 | #898 | |
| 2020 | #497 | #748 | ||
| 2021 | #567 | #812 | ||
| 2022 | #572 | #681 | ||
| 2023 | #651 | #810 | ||
| 2024 | #694 | |||
| 2025 | #808 | |||
| 2001 | #921 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Dylan
Names Similar to Dylan
Nicknames for Dylan
- Dyl
- Dillie
- Dilly
- Dee
Famous People Named Dylan
| Dylan Lauren | American entrepreneur and owner of Dylan's Candy Bar |
| Dylan Dreyer | American television meteorologist and host on NBC |
| Dylan Penn | American model and actress |
| Dylan Meyer | American screenwriter and director |
| Dylan Zangwill | British actress known for "Hollyoaks" |
| Dylan Moore | American professional baseball player |
| Dylan Adams | Australian field hockey player |
| Dylan Kwasniewski | American professional racing driver |
| Dylan Conrique | American actress and singer |
| Dylan Matthews | American journalist and writer |
| Dylan Schmid | Canadian actor known for "Once Upon a Time" |
| Dylan Conner | American soccer player |
| Dylan Haegens | Dutch YouTuber and comedian |
| Dylan Lauren Crismani | Australian actress |
| Dylan Prichett | American figure skater |
| Dylan Gonzalez | American basketball player and musician |
| Dylan Silverstein | American singer-songwriter |
| Dylan Hronec | American soccer player |
Characters Named Dylan
| Dylan Marvil | A character from the "Clique" book series by Lisi Harrison |
| Dylan Sanders | One of the main characters in the movie "Charlie's Angels" |
| Dylan Shaw | A character from the TV series "Quantico" |
| Dylan Taylor | A character from the film "Spooky Buddies" |
| Dylan Maxwell | A character from the TV series "American Vandal" |
| Dylan Weed | A character from the TV series "Weeds" |
| Dylan Kettle | A character from the TV series "Tracy Beaker Returns" |
| Dylan West | A character from the TV series "Famous in Love" |
| Dylan Reinhart | A character from the TV series "Instinct" |
| Dylan McAvoy | A character from the soap opera "The Young and the Restless" |
| Dylan McKay | A character from the TV series "Beverly Hills, 90210" |
| Dylan Massett | A character from the TV series "Bates Motel" |
| Dylan Rhodes | A character from the movie "Now You See Me" |
| Dylan Witter | A character from the movie "Thirteen" |
| Dylan Schoenfield | A character from the movie "Geek Charming" |
| Dylan Weir | A character from the TV series "So Weird" |
| Dylan Draycott | A character from the TV series "Midsomer Murders" |
| Dylan Fuentes | A character from the TV series "Teen Wolf" |
| Dylan Clearbrook | A character from the TV series "The Worst Witch" |
| Dylan Wilson | A character from the TV series "The Vampire Diaries" |