Ambrose vs Dillon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dillon

Boy #870 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great tide, son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Irish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#870
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ambrose Rank #744
Dillon Rank #870

Ambrose is more popular, ranked #744 vs #870 for Dillon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ambrose or Dillon more popular?

Ambrose is more popular, ranked #744 compared to Dillon at #870 in the United States.

What do Ambrose and Dillon mean?

Ambrose means "immortal, divine" (Greek origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Ambrose and Dillon boy or girl names?

Ambrose is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.

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