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Harry vs Dilan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Dilan

Boy #661 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the sea, great tide"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Turkish Welsh Kurdish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#661
Total SSA Count
414
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Harry Rank #780
Dilan Rank #661

Dilan is more popular, ranked #661 vs #780 for Harry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Dilan more popular?

Dilan is more popular, ranked #661 compared to Harry at #780 in the United States.

What do Harry and Dilan mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Dilan means "son of the sea, great tide" (Welsh origin).

Are Harry and Dilan boy or girl names?

Harry is primarily a boy name. Dilan is primarily a boy name.

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