Dillinger
Pronunciation: [ d-IHL-ihng-er ]
Does Dillinger flow with your last name?
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like Dillinger
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for Dillinger
12 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to Dillinger
See all →What the Dillinger report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Dillinger the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put Dillinger head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →See what Dillinger actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →Historical Record
Dillinger first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 409 babies have been named Dillinger in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dillinger is past its peak , currently ranked #34,879 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →"earnest effort, striving"
"flowing down, descending (Jordan River)"
"iron, strength"
"fictional villain name from The Witcher"
"otter"
Compare Dillinger with:
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #34,879
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Dillinger fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Similar Names
See all names like Dillinger →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Dillinger with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Dillinger and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Dillinger sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →English origin
"earnest effort, striving"
#34,685 in US
Hebrew via Spanish origin
"flowing down, descending (Jordan River)"
#35,011 in US
Old Irish iarn origin
"iron, strength"
#34,696 in US
Fantasy origin
"fictional villain name from The Witcher"
#34,688 in US
Old English origin
"otter"
#34,970 in US
Hebrew origin
"Supplanter; holder of the heel"
#34,988 in US
African American English origin
"noble, ready"
#34,823 in US
Old Norse origin
"descendant of Freyr, little lord"
#34,711 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Dillinger's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dillinger
Is Dillinger a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Dillinger?
How popular is the name Dillinger?
What are common nicknames for Dillinger?
Is Dillinger a common or rare name?
What boy names are similar to Dillinger?
Browse all middle names, sibling names, or similar names.
About the Name Dillinger
Dillinger is a boy name .
Dillinger is currently ranked #34,879 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dillinger include Dil, Dill, Dilly, Dillie, Dilli, Dilliy, Dilliie, Ger, Gery, Gerie, Nger, and Diy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dillinger include Dillon, Dillan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis