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Thane vs Dillan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Thane

Boy #2,992 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lord, warrior who holds land by military service"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Norse

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,992
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Dillan

Boy #2,887 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great tide, sea flow"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,887
Total SSA Count
44
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Thane Rank #2,992
Dillan Rank #2,887

Dillan is more popular, ranked #2887 vs #2992 for Thane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thane or Dillan more popular?

Dillan is more popular, ranked #2887 compared to Thane at #2992 in the United States.

What do Thane and Dillan mean?

Thane means "lord, warrior who holds land by military service" (Old English origin). Dillan means "great tide, sea flow" (Welsh origin).

Are Thane and Dillan boy or girl names?

Thane is primarily a boy name. Dillan is primarily a boy name.

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