Dyllan
Boy name · 16 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Dyllan: 16 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2000.
A modern spelling variant of the classic Welsh Dylan, Dyllan carries the same evocative meaning of “son of the sea,” from the Welsh dy (“great”) and llanw (“tide” or “flow”). The name was popularised largely through the poet Dylan Thomas, whose lyrical works like *Under Milk Wood* remain beloved, and through the iconic musician Bob Dylan, who adopted his stage name in tribute to Thomas. More recently, actor Dylan McDermott has kept the name in the public eye. While Dyllan itself has no direct place associations, the root *llanw* echoes in Welsh coastal place names. This spelling offers a fresh, slightly distinctive take on a timeless name, appealing to parents who love the sound and heritage but want a less common version.
Boy 4 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20005 babies
- Latest (2005)
- #4005 babies
- Total births
- 16since 1994
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y