Find out how popular the first name Dylian has been for the last 2 years (from 2009 to 2010) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Dylian by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Dylian is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2010, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Dylian.

The history of the first name Dylian

The name Dylian is believed to have originated from the Old Welsh language, which was spoken in Wales and parts of western England during the medieval period. It is likely derived from the Welsh word "dyliain," which means "to follow" or "to pursue." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who were known for their persistence or determination in pursuing their goals or beliefs.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dylian can be found in the 13th-century Welsh manuscript "The Black Book of Carmarthen," which contains a collection of medieval Welsh poetry. In this text, a poet named Dylian ap Rhys is mentioned, though little is known about his life and background.

Throughout history, the name Dylian has been borne by several notable individuals. One such person was Dylian Penrhyn (1453-1505), a Welsh landowner and nobleman who played a significant role in the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars fought between the Houses of Lancaster and York for the English throne.

Another prominent figure with the name Dylian was Dylian ap Gruffydd (1612-1677), a Welsh clergyman and writer who served as the chaplain to Oliver Cromwell during the English Civil War. He is best known for his work "Y Gwir yn Erbyn y Byd" (The Truth Against the World), a religious treatise that defended the principles of Puritanism.

In the 18th century, Dylian Jones (1725-1795) was a renowned Welsh architect and surveyor who designed several notable buildings in Wales, including Hafod Uchtryd, a country house in Ceredigion.

Moving to the 19th century, Dylian Foulkes (1836-1901) was a Welsh artist and engraver who gained recognition for his landscape paintings and etchings depicting scenes from Wales and other parts of Britain.

In more recent times, Dylian Powell (1914-1997) was a Welsh author and journalist who wrote extensively about Welsh culture and history. His works include "Gŵr y Trydydd Llanc" (The Man with the Third Thumb), a novel that explores the folklore and traditions of rural Wales.

While the name Dylian has its roots in Welsh culture and language, it has also been adopted and used in other parts of the world, though its popularity has varied over time and across different regions.

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