Dylan vs August

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

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Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

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Dylan Rank #28

August Rank #88

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #88 for August.

Is Dylan or August more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to August at #88 in the United States.

What do Dylan and August mean?

Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Dylan and August boy or girl names?

Dylan is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.