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Avi vs Dillon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avi

Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli American Indian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#846
Total SSA Count
288
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Avi Rank #846
Dillon Rank #870

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 vs #870 for Dillon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avi or Dillon more popular?

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 compared to Dillon at #870 in the United States.

What do Avi and Dillon mean?

Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Avi and Dillon boy or girl names?

Avi is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.

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