Dylana

“A feminine variation of Dylan, meaning 'son of the sea'.”

American origin · popularized by the famous Welsh poet Dylan Thomas

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1783US 2023

417Births / yr

→Stable

241All-time births

📅 Since 197300

What does Dylana mean and where does it come from?

Dylana is a contemporary variant of the name Dylan, largely recognized for its Welsh origins, which means 'son of the sea.' It has gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine given name. The name Dylan was initially male, popularized by the famous Welsh poet Dylan Thomas, but Dylana eme

Cultural significance

Dylana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a feminine variation of dylan, meaning 'son of the sea'..

Peak popularity

Reached #5321 in 1999 — currently #1783 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dylana?

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

Dylana Grace

How popular is Dylana right now?

Holding steady — currently #1783 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#1783 · Top 1.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1783	417	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1788	397	▲ up 5 · +8% births
2021	#1793	367	▲ up 13077 · +6017% births
2015	#14870	6	▼ down 1471 · -14% births
2005	#13399	7	▼ down 5175 · -42% births
2000	#8224	12	▼ down 1759 · -14% births
1995	#6465	14	▲ up 5560 · +133% births
1990	#12025	6	▼ down 640 · +20% births
1980	#11385	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dylana

Best Year2023Rank #1783

Peak Count417

Average Rank#7970

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 20239 years

The story of Dylana

Dylana is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1973. With 241 total births recorded, Dylana remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11385 in 1980 to #1783 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Dylana in 1999:

Emily Hannah Alexis Sarah Samantha

Dylana by decade

Dylana peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	16
1990s ★	104
2000s	98
2010s	18

💎Dylana has only 241 total recorded births since 1973 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dylana?

Common

DylDylanDylanieDylanyAna

What names sound and feel like Dylana?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Dylana also consider these

Dywana

American · Dew or freshness

Dyana

American · day or radiance

Ylana

American · Derived from 'Ilana',

Kylana

American · A modern name

Mylana

American · A modern interpretation

Dylara

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Dylana

What does the name Dylana mean?

Dylana means "A feminine variation of Dylan, meaning 'son of the sea'." — a name rooted in American 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 Dylana?

Dylana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Dylana?

Dylana originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Dylana?

Dylana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Dylana a common or rare name?

Dylana is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.