Dylan

Dylan as a name

“Dylan” is a name that has Welsh origins and can be used for both boys and girls. The name is derived from the Welsh word “dy” meaning “great” or “sea”, and “llanw” meaning “tide”. The name gained popularity in the 1960s and 1970s in the United States and is often associated with the singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, whose birth name was Robert Zimmerman.

Some notable people with the name Dylan include Welsh poet Dylan Thomas, actor Dylan O’Brien, and musician Dylan Minnette. The name is currently ranked as the 29th most popular name for boys in the United States, according to the Social Security Administration’s list of top baby names.