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Mathew 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

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Popularity Comparison

Mathew Rank #941
Dillon Rank #870

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 vs #941 for Mathew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mathew or Dillon more popular?

Dillon is more popular, ranked #870 compared to Mathew at #941 in the United States.

What do Mathew and Dillon mean?

Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Mathew and Dillon boy or girl names?

Mathew is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.

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