Origin and Meaning of Dylam

Variant of the name Dylan, typically associated with sea or tidal meanings.

Origin: Welsh - Dylan is derived from the Welsh elements 'dy' meaning 'great' and 'llanw' meaning 'tide' or 'flow', thus often interpreted as 'son of the wave'.

• Dylam is a modern and less common variant of the name Dylan, which has been popular in Wales and among English speakers.
• The name Dylan is often used in various cultures and has ties to the Welsh mythology, where Dylan is a figure associated with the ocean.
• One notable bearer of the name Dylan is the American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, who has had a significant impact on music and culture since the 1960s.
• Dylan reached peak popularity in the United States during the 1990s and early 2000s, though variations like Dylam have not seen the same level of usage.
• Related names to Dylam include Dylan, Dyllan, and Dillan, which all share similar roots and meanings.