The nameDilan
Dilan is a name given mostly to boys in France, especially around 2000.
- Boy's name
- Twofold
Meaning
For boys it is a form of Dylan, from Welsh, often linked to the sea. In Turkish and Kurdish, Dilan is a girl's name.
Origin
Twofold, Welsh and Turkish.
History
First found in France in 1983, Dilan peaked in the late 1990s. A few girls bear it too. It has become rare.
Popularity of the name Dilan
Dilan in France
Dilan was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 600 births over the decade, 41% of all recorded babies named Dilan. Its rise began around 1988, and it peaked in 1997. Half of all babies named Dilan in France were born before 2001.
Variants and related names
Dilan in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dilan mean?
For boys it is a form of Dylan, from Welsh, often linked to the sea. In Turkish and Kurdish, Dilan is a girl's name.
What is the origin of the name Dilan?
Twofold, Welsh and Turkish.
Is Dilan a girl's or a boy's name?
Dilan is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Dilan?
Variants and related names of Dilan include Dylan.