Popularity:53
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:Son of the sea; Great tide, great flow
Dylan is a gender-neutral name of Welsh origin, meaning "great tide" or "great flow." Traditionally a male name, this title has been gaining popularity for baby girls in recent years. Inspired by the Welsh sea god Dylan, lending the meaning "son of the sea," your little one can ebb and flow as they move through life. Sailing through the tranquil times, they will quickly learn to move swiftly through the storms as they come. With a life of opportunity ahead, the world will be baby Dylan’s oyster to explore and enjoy, wherever the tide takes them.

Famous People Named Dylan

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  • Bob Dylan
    Singer
  • Dylan Lee
    Model
  • Dylan McDermott
    Actor
  • Dylan O'Brien
    Actor
  • Dylan Rieder
    Skateboarder
  • Dylan Wang
    Actor
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