Emil vs Dillon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emil

Boy #1,253 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rival, eager to excel"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #870 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great tide, son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh

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Emil Rank #1,253

Dillon Rank #870

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 vs #1253 for Emil.

Is Emil or Dillon more popular?

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 compared to Emil at #1253 in the United States.

What do Emil and Dillon mean?

Emil means "rival, eager to excel" (Latin origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Emil and Dillon boy or girl names?

Emil is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.