Dilson
Pronunciation: [ d-IHLS-uhn ]
Dilson is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,355 in the US, popular nicknames include Dil, Diy, and Dilie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
Dilson is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced d-IHLS-uhn.
Parents who love the name Dilson often also consider Dag, Shari, Christoher .
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Historical Record
Dilson first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 27 babies have been named Dilson in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dilson is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,355 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,355
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Dilson
Dilson is a boy name .
Dilson is currently ranked #19,355 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dilson include Dil, Diy, Dilie, and Dilsie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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