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Colin vs Dillion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Colin

Boy #335 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young dog, whelp"

Origin: Irish/Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#335
Total SSA Count
1,035
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Colin Rank #335
Dillion Rank #5,680

Colin is more popular, ranked #335 vs #5680 for Dillion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colin or Dillion more popular?

Colin is more popular, ranked #335 compared to Dillion at #5680 in the United States.

What do Colin and Dillion mean?

Colin means "young dog, whelp" (Irish/Scottish Gaelic origin). Dillion means "faithful, loyal" (Old Irish Dallán origin).

Are Colin and Dillion boy or girl names?

Colin is primarily a boy name. Dillion is primarily a boy name.

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