Dylan
boy name#41 in 2025Dylan entered the US charts in 1953, peaked at #19 in 2003, ranks #41 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1953–2025
#41
rank today
#19
peak (2003)
6,208
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #2502 |
| 1960s | #1121 |
| 1970s | #403 |
| 1980s | #207 |
| 1990s | #37 |
| 2000s | #25 |
| 2010s | #31 |
| 2020s | #39 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dylan has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 411,000 people named Dylan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dylan alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 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 #41 among US boy names in 2025, with 6,208 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dylan most popular?
- Dylan peaked in 2003, reaching #19 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dylan with classmates?
- Dylan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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