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Dillon vs Devon

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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Devon

Boy #960 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deep valley dwellers"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#960
Total SSA Count
236
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dillon Rank #870
Devon Rank #960

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dillon or Devon more popular?

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

What do Dillon and Devon mean?

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

Are Dillon and Devon boy or girl names?

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

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