Dylan
girl name#807 in 2025Dylan entered the US charts in 1967, peaked at #354 in 2017, ranks #807 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1967–2025
#807
rank today
#354
peak (2017)
338
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5931 |
| 1970s | #7015 |
| 1980s | #3568 |
| 1990s | #1173 |
| 2000s | #748 |
| 2010s | #445 |
| 2020s | #631 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dylan has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 16,000 people named Dylan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dylan alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dylan in 2025?
- Dylan ranks #807 among US girl names in 2025, with 338 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dylan most popular?
- Dylan peaked in 2017, reaching #354 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dylan with classmates?
- Dylan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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