Neil vs Dillon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #870 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great tide, son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh

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Neil Rank #866

Dillon Rank #870

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 vs #870 for Dillon.

Is Neil or Dillon more popular?

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 compared to Dillon at #870 in the United States.

What do Neil and Dillon mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Neil and Dillon boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.