Alan vs Dylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

Welsh English American Irish

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Alan Rank #167

Dylan Rank #28

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #167 for Alan.

Is Alan or Dylan more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Alan and Dylan mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin).

Are Alan and Dylan boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Dylan is primarily a boy name.