Emmitt vs Dillon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dillon

Boy #870 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great tide, son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Irish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#870
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Emmitt Rank #681
Dillon Rank #870

Emmitt is more popular, ranked #681 vs #870 for Dillon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmitt or Dillon more popular?

Emmitt is more popular, ranked #681 compared to Dillon at #870 in the United States.

What do Emmitt and Dillon mean?

Emmitt means "whole, universal, powerful" (Germanic origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Emmitt and Dillon boy or girl names?

Emmitt is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.

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