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דילן


Meaning of the name דילן

The name Dylan has a fascinating dual origin, combining influences from different cultures. Primarily, the name derives from Welsh and Irish mythology, where it carries meanings of "great sea" or "son of the sea." In Welsh culture, Dylan was a sea god in Celtic mythology, a legendary figure born from the waves and connected to the immense forces of nature embodied by the ocean. The name gained prominence in the Western world largely due to the Welsh poet Dylan Thomas, whose works profoundly influenced modern literature in the 20th century. Within the Jewish community in Israel, the name Dylan began to spread in the 1990s and 2000s, as part of a broader trend of adopting international names that blend well with Hebrew. The name is perceived as modern, accessible, and pleasant-sounding, allowing its bearer to integrate into a global environment while maintaining a unique identity. The popularity of the name in Israel grew under the influence of Western culture, music, and cinema, where characters named Dylan appeared frequently. Although Dylan does not have a distinct Hebrew root, it integrated naturally into the Hebrew language and became an accepted and beloved name. The name Dylan reflects families who wish to give their children a name with an international character, one that will sound natural even outside Israel's borders. It is a name that conveys cultural openness, modernity, and a desire to be part of the global community. Additionally, the name's connection to the sea and water gives it a poetic and romantic dimension, connecting to Jewish tradition that views the sea as a symbol of power, mystery, and connection with nature. Many families choose the name Dylan also because of its strong and confident sound, indicating an independent, creative personality with a strong presence.

The name דילן with vowels

דִילָן

The name דילן in English

Dylan | Dillon | Dillan

דילן is mainly suitable for

Boy

Is the name דילן considered international

Yes

Origin of the name דילן from Kabbalah

From a Kabbalistic perspective, the name Dylan represents the connection between the spiritual and material realms, as the sea symbolizes the transition between worlds. Water in Kabbalah symbolizes kindness and spiritual flow, and the bearer of this name is perceived as one capable of transmitting positive spiritual influence to their surroundings.

Gematria value for the name דילן

94

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4

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10

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30

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50

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Numerology value for the name דילן

4

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4

ד

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10

י

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30

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50

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94

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9

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4

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13

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1

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3

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4

Famous people named דילן

Dylan Thomas (Welsh poet) | Dylan McDermott (American actor) | Dylan O'Brien (American actor) | Dylan Sprouse (American actor) | Bob Dylan (American musician)

Names similar to דילן

Total times the name דילן was registered

592 times

Graph of the name דילן

* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022