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Roman vs Dylan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Roman Rank #52
Dylan Rank #28

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #52 for Roman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Dylan more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Roman at #52 in the United States.

What do Roman and Dylan mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin).

Are Roman and Dylan boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Dylan is primarily a boy name.

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