Dylan

Boys

Best rank #31 (2014) · ranked in 18 years

First charting in 2008, Dylan peaked at #31 in 2014.

It eased from #39 in 2008 to #60 in 2025.

In the most recent data (2025) it ranks #60.

In 2014, 11,244 babies were given the name Dylan.

Dylan was most popular around 2014, making it characteristic of the 2010s generation.

Rank by year

11020200820172025
  1. 2025606,546
  2. 2024347,896
  3. 2023417,525
  4. 2022527,270
  5. 2021547,303
  6. 2020517,473
  7. 2019468,284
  8. 2018379,386
  9. 20173710,209
  10. 20163510,562
  11. 20153311,113
  12. 20143111,244
  13. 20133710,740
  14. 20123810,596
  15. 20114110,390
  16. 20103911,028
  17. 20093811,919
  18. 20083912,291

Similar names

Daniel, David, Destiny stand out as close matches to Dylan, tracking a similar sound or popularity window. See how their rankings compare below.

Frequently asked questions

Is Dylan a popular name?
Dylan reached a best rank of #31 in 2014 and has charted in 18 years.
Where does Dylan rank now?
In the most recent data (2025), Dylan ranks #60.
Is Dylan a boy or girl name?
It is recorded primarily as a boys' name.
When was Dylan most popular?
Dylan peaked around 2014.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) - Popular Baby Names (national)