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Jason vs Dylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jason

Boy #148 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"healer, to heal"

Origin: Greek Iason

Cultural Roots

English American Greek French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#148
Total SSA Count
2,448
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#28
Total SSA Count
7,464
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jason Rank #148
Dylan Rank #28

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #148 for Jason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jason or Dylan more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Jason at #148 in the United States.

What do Jason and Dylan mean?

Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin). Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin).

Are Jason and Dylan boy or girl names?

Jason is primarily a boy name. Dylan is primarily a boy name.

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