Dylana
di-LAH-nuh
Dylana is a girl’s name of Welsh origin, meaning “A feminine form of Dylan, a Welsh name meaning 'son of the sea.'”, and peaked in popularity in 1999.
What Dylana Means
“A feminine form of Dylan, a Welsh name meaning 'son of the sea.'”
The Story of Dylana
This name carries the ancient murmur of the sea, a sound that has guided women for decades.
Dylana, a feminine form that gained prominence in the latter half of the 20th century, draws its essence from the Welsh name Dylan. The root meaning 'son of the sea' imbues this name with a powerful, fluid connection to the ocean's mystery and depth.
For your daughter, Dylana promises a spirit of independence and profound intuition. You envision her possessing a creative mind, navigating the world with a captivating sense of mystery and self-possession.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#20 in 1999
Total Births
241
First Recorded
1973
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