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Dilan vs Marvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dilan

Boy #661 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the sea, great tide"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Turkish Welsh Kurdish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#661
Total SSA Count
414
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dilan Rank #661
Marvin Rank #672

Dilan is more popular, ranked #661 vs #672 for Marvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dilan or Marvin more popular?

Dilan is more popular, ranked #661 compared to Marvin at #672 in the United States.

What do Dilan and Marvin mean?

Dilan means "son of the sea, great tide" (Welsh origin). Marvin means "sea fortress, sea friend" (Old Welsh Mervyn origin).

Are Dilan and Marvin boy or girl names?

Dilan is primarily a boy name. Marvin is primarily a boy name.

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