Son of the sea
Meaning · Origin · Famous Bearers · Middle Names
Dylan is a a -beautiful name with Welsh origins. Its meaning — Son of the sea — has made it a beloved choice for parents across generations.
Dylan is Welsh for 'son of the sea' — a name for the poets, the musicians, the ones who feel things deeply.
Common variations and nicknames for Dylan include:
Dyl, Dyll, Dylanator
Creative, romantic, free spirit