Jylan
Meaning: Son of the sea; great tide
Origin: Welsh — from Dylan (דילן): dy (great) + llanw (tide, sea)
History: A variant or related form of Dylan. Shares the meaning 'Son of the sea; great tide.'
Similar names: jaylan, jaylana, jaylani, jaylanie, jaylanni, jaylannie, jaylany, jeylani
Name length: 5 letters
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Frequently asked about Jylan
What does the name Jylan mean?
Jylan means “Son of the sea; great tide” from Welsh — from Dylan (דילן): dy (great) + llanw (tide, sea) roots.
What is the origin of the name Jylan?
Jylan has Welsh — from Dylan (דילן): dy (great) + llanw (tide, sea) origin. The traditional meaning is “Son of the sea; great tide”.
How popular is Jylan?
Jylan ranked #11362 in 2024 — given to 6 babies that year.
When was Jylan most popular?
Jylan peaked in 2000 with 13 babies registered that year.
Is Jylan a boy or girl name?
Jylan is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Jylans in registered births are male.
Is the name Jylan rising or falling in popularity?
Jylan has risen 1404 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #12766 in 2019 to #11362 in 2024.
How long has Jylan been recorded?
Jylan appears in birth records across 12 years — from 1996 through 2024.