Find out how popular the first name Dyland has been for the last 41 years (from 1983 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Dyland by gender

Based on the last 41 years of data, Dyland is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 30 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Dyland.

The history of the first name Dyland

The name Dyland has its origins in the Welsh language and culture, with roots dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to be derived from the Welsh words "dyl" meaning "great" or "vast," and "llan" meaning "enclosure" or "sanctuary."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dyland can be found in the Welsh manuscript "Llyfr Aneirin," which dates back to the 13th century. In this work, Dyland is mentioned as a warrior and bard who lived during the 6th century.

Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Dyland was relatively uncommon, but it did appear sporadically in various Welsh texts and historical records. One notable individual with this name was Dyland ap Rhys (c. 1270-1325), a Welsh nobleman and military leader who played a significant role in the conflicts between the Welsh and English during the late 13th and early 14th centuries.

During the Renaissance period, the name Dyland gained some popularity among the Welsh gentry and nobility. One famous bearer of this name was Dyland Lewis (1508-1572), a Welsh scholar and translator who was instrumental in translating biblical texts into the Welsh language.

In the 17th century, the name Dyland was occasionally found in English-speaking regions, likely due to the influence of Welsh immigration. One notable figure from this era was Dyland Wharton (1612-1689), an English poet and playwright who was a contemporary of John Dryden.

Another prominent individual with the name Dyland was the Welsh engineer and industrialist Dyland Griffith (1784-1858), who played a pivotal role in the development of the iron industry in Wales during the Industrial Revolution.

As the centuries progressed, the name Dyland remained relatively uncommon outside of Wales, but it continued to be used by Welsh families as a way to honor their cultural heritage and traditions. Some notable bearers of the name in more recent times include the Welsh actor Dyland Rhys (1944-2021) and the Welsh singer-songwriter Dyland Howard (born 1971).

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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