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Devon 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

Devon Rank #960
Dillon Rank #870

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 vs #960 for Devon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devon or Dillon more popular?

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 compared to Devon at #960 in the United States.

What do Devon and Dillon mean?

Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Devon and Dillon boy or girl names?

Devon is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.

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