Edward vs Dylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

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Edward Rank #228

Dylan Rank #28

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Edward or Dylan more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Dylan mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin).

Are Edward and Dylan boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Dylan is primarily a boy name.