Dylan vs Emmett

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

Welsh English American Irish

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Boy #119 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong, mighty"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

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Dylan Rank #28

Emmett Rank #119

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #119 for Emmett.

Is Dylan or Emmett more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Emmett at #119 in the United States.

What do Dylan and Emmett mean?

Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin). Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin).

Are Dylan and Emmett boy or girl names?

Dylan is primarily a boy name. Emmett is primarily a boy name.