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Dylan is a given name and surname of Welsh origin. It means "son of the sea", "born from the ocean", or "great tide". It is derived from the Welsh words "dy," meaning "great," and "llanw," meaning "tide" or "sea".
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A boy name with 2 syllables. Currently considered popular.
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The name Dylan has Welsh origins, deriving from the Welsh mythological figure Dylan ail Don. It gained significant popularity in English-speaking countries primarily through the influence of the poet Dylan Thomas and later the musician Bob Dylan. Its meaning is often associated with the sea, stemming from the Welsh word 'dy' (great) and 'llanw' (tide).
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