Dillan

Gender:boy

Meaning:Sea; loyal

Origin:Gaelic

Pronunciation:DIL un

Variations:Dylan, Dillon

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Dillan is a great boy’s name and a good choice for parents looking for something fresh sounding and modern.

Detailed Meaning

Dillan is an alternative spelling of the name Dylan. It could either come from the Gaelic god of the sea, Dylan, or from the Gaelic name Dillon, which is said to mean ‘loyal.’

Famous People With This Name

Dillon Kyle Gee is an American baseball player who has played for the New York Mets, Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers. Dillon Anderson was a National Security Adviser for the United States of America. Dillon Hart Francis is an American DJ and Producer.

Possible Nicknames

Possible nicknames could be Dil or Dilz.

Related Names

Alternative spellings include Dylan or Dillon.

Stories Featuring This Name

Dillon is a character from the film, “Killing them Softly.” Dillon Sanders is a character on the television show “Ravenswood.” Dillon Quartermaine is a character on the soap opera, “General Hospital.”

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