Dilliard

A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1880US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Dilliard mean and where does it come from?

Dilliard is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Dilliard carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1880 in 2015 — currently #1880 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Dilliard?

Dilliard works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Dilliard Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Dilliard Rose
Floral · soft ending
Dilliard Mae
Sweet · timeless
Dilliard Claire
French influence · crisp
Dilliard Jane
Literary · strong
Dilliard Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Dilliard right now?

Holding steady — currently #1880 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1880 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#188010stable
2022#188010stable
2021#188010stable
2020#188010stable
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💎Dilliard is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Dilliard?

Common
DilDiIlliard

Famous people named Dilliard

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Dilliard (modern Greek athlete)
Dilliard brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Dilliard (Byzantine leader)
Dilliard used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Dilliard (Greek poet or artist)
Dilliard helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Dilliard (modern Greek athlete)
Dilliard brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Common questions about the name Dilliard

What does the name Dilliard mean?
Dilliard means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Dilliard?
Dilliard is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Dilliard?
Dilliard originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Dilliard a common or rare name?
Dilliard is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Dilliard more of a girl or boy name?
Dilliard is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.