Dylan vs Jack

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

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Boy #15 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew

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Dylan Rank #28

Jack Rank #15

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 vs #28 for Dylan.

Is Dylan or Jack more popular?

Jack is more popular, ranked #15 compared to Dylan at #28 in the United States.

What do Dylan and Jack mean?

Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin). Jack means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dylan and Jack boy or girl names?

Dylan is primarily a boy name. Jack is primarily a boy name.