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Curtis 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

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Popularity Comparison

Curtis Rank #929
Dillon Rank #870

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 vs #929 for Curtis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Curtis or Dillon more popular?

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 compared to Curtis at #929 in the United States.

What do Curtis and Dillon mean?

Curtis means "courteous, well-bred" (Old French origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Curtis and Dillon boy or girl names?

Curtis is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.

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