Dillon
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
65,968 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1992 Peak Popularity Year
5,083 Peak Births

Dillon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Dillon is an Irish name that means 'loyal' and is derived from the Gaelic surname 'O'Dubhlain'. It has evolved through several historical forms and gained popularity in the 19th century, especially in Irish communities. The name is associated with a modern and adventurous image today, and it has notable variants like Dilan and Dill. There is no biblical background linked to this name.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dillon"

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Pronunciation

/ˈdɪlən/

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Origin

Irish

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Etymology

The name Dillon is derived from the Gaelic surname 'O'Dubhlain', meaning 'descendant of Dubhlainn', which translates to 'dark' or 'black' and 'flood'.

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Meaning

loyal

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Language Evolution

Dubhlainn, O'Dubhlain, Dillon

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Historical Usage

Dillon gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, particularly in Ireland and among Irish communities in the United States.

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Variants & Derivatives

Dilan, Dillan, Dill

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Dillon is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a youthful and adventurous spirit.

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Famous People

Dillon Francis, an American DJ and music producer., Dillon Baker, a notable actor., Dillon Pan, a prominent entrepreneur.

📊 Dillon Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Gradually Declining
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Dillon Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 5,083 peak births in 1992

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Dillon" - Complete Guide (3 Names)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dillon"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Dillon"

"Dillon" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 1917th of 7545 269
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 2240th of 6773 204
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 2885th of 7552 155
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1291st of 10718 688
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 162nd of 16616 28,590
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 205th of 24088 28,919
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 558th of 23106 6,127
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 7171st of 27321 164
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 6271st of 35406 306
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 3524th of 30306 534

Regional Popularity of "Dillon" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 78.92%
1857th/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
37.93%
1114th/2937
47.26%
1646th/3483
38.69%
1361st/3518
24.04%
972nd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
3.96%
146th/3685
4.29%
192nd/4475
3.06%
159th/5194
2.90%
183rd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
3.99%
183rd/4582
3.78%
195th/5164
2.68%
196th/7313
3.01%
225th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
14.81%
590th/3984
11.17%
501st/4487
8.34%
569th/6822
8.59%
539th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Dillon" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - 69.27%
4376th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 71.54%
5232nd/7313
78.60%
5866th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
94.70%
3773rd/3984
- 66.97%
4569th/6822
56.82%
3566th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Dillon"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Dillon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Dillon" in the United States

The name Dillon is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dillon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dillon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1917th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2240th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2885th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1291st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 162nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 205th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 558th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7171st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6271st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3524th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dillon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Dillon name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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