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Dillon vs Byron

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Byron

Boy #884 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"at the cattle sheds, one from the byres"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#884
Total SSA Count
272
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dillon Rank #870
Byron Rank #884

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 vs #884 for Byron.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dillon or Byron more popular?

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 compared to Byron at #884 in the United States.

What do Dillon and Byron mean?

Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin). Byron means "at the cattle sheds, one from the byres" (Old English origin).

Are Dillon and Byron boy or girl names?

Dillon is primarily a boy name. Byron is primarily a boy name.

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