"Great tide or great wave of the sea"
Origin: Welsh
Language: Welsh
Dylana
Dylana is a girl name of Welsh origin meaning "Great tide or great wave of the sea." Ranked #28,062 in the US, popular nicknames include Dyl, Dyla, and Lana.
A distinctive 3-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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English
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Meaning & Origin
"Daughter of the sea or sea-born"
Origin: Welsh mythology
Language: Welsh
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Historical Record
Dylana first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 241 babies have been named Dylana in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dylana is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,062 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
#28,062
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #28,062
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- Welsh English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Dyl
Dyla
Lana
Ana
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Distinctive pick, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Middle Names
Middle Names for Dylana
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dylana
What does the name Dylana mean?
"Great tide or great wave of the sea" (from Welsh). "Daughter of the sea or sea-born" (from Welsh mythology)
What is the origin of the name Dylana?
Dylana has Welsh, Welsh mythology, English, and American origins. In Welsh, it means "Great tide or great wave of the sea". In Welsh mythology, it means "Daughter of the sea or sea-born".
Is Dylana a boy or girl name?
Dylana is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Dylana?
Dylana is currently ranked #28062 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Dylana?
Common nicknames for Dylana include Dyl, Dyla, Lana, and Ana.
What are good middle names for Dylana?
Popular middle name pairings include Dylana Rose, Dylana Grace, Dylana Marie, Dylana Jane, and Dylana Kate.
What are good sibling names for Dylana?
Names that pair well with Dylana as siblings include Rhiannon, Branwen, Nia, Cerys, and Anwen.
How many syllables does Dylana have?
Dylana has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Dylana a common or rare name?
Dylana is an uncommon name, ranked #28062 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Dylana?
Are there other spellings for Dylana?
Related spellings include Dylan.
About the Name Dylana
Dylana is a girl name with Welsh, English, and American origins . The name means "Great tide or great wave of the sea" in Welsh .
Dylana is currently ranked #28,062 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Dylana has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Dylana include Dyl, Dyla, Lana, and Ana. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dylana include Dylan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis