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gender-neutral · French

Dylan

Son of the sea

Modern

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About the name Dylan

Dylan is a gender-neutral name. Origin: French. Meaning: “Son of the sea”. Rarity: Modern (Top 200 — popular yet current).

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What does the name Dylan mean?

Dylan means “Son of the sea”.

What is the origin of the name Dylan?

Dylan is a name of French origin.

Is Dylan a common or rare name?

On the CraftsNames scale, Dylan is classified as Modern — Top 200 — popular yet current.

What nicknames go with Dylan?

Common affectionate nicknames for Dylan: Dyl, Dylly.

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