What does the name Dilan mean?

The name Dilan means "Powerful tide, flow".

What is the origin of the name Dilan?

Dilan is a name of Welsh origin.

In 2023, 414 babies were named Dilan in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Yes, Dilan is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 414 ↗

All-Time Total: 5,723

Peak Year: 2024

Dilan is a Kurdish name derived from the Persian word "dil," meaning heart.

Boy names closely related to Dilan

Eithan Lian Eliam Johan Kylian Eliel Abdiel Darien

Girl names closely related to Dilan

Brittany Ashley Danna Briana Valery Melany Marjorie Kristen

Names with similar meaning to Dilan

Dillan Dillon Dylan

Births per year in the United States

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