Dylan Talavera

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dylan Talavera — son of the sea
1.2 million People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
2000s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dylan Talavera is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Dylan is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Old Welsh, composed of dy (great) and llanw (tide/flow), meaning 'son of the sea.' Dylan Thomas, the Welsh poet, gave this name worldwide fame. The surname Talavera: Talavera is a Spanish toponymic surname which comes from Talavera de la Reina in the Toledo province of Spain. This surname is occasionally borne as a Sephardic Jewish surname. Alfredo Talavera (born 1982), Mexican footballer Francisco Ibáñez Talavera (1936–2023), Spanish comic book artist and writer Francisco Javier Errázuriz Talavera (born 1942), Chilean businessman and politician Hernando de Talavera (1428-1507), confessor of Queen Isabella, and the Catholic Archbishop of Granada Hugo Ricardo Talavera (born 1949), Paraguayan footballer Juan Andrés Fontaine Talavera, Chilean cabinet minister. Dylan is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.2 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Dylan reached peak popularity in the 2000s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Dylan

Meaning: son of the sea

Celtic

From Old Welsh, composed of dy (great) and llanw (tide/flow), meaning 'son of the sea.' Dylan Thomas, the Welsh poet, gave this name worldwide fame.

Surname: Talavera

Spanish

Talavera is a Spanish toponymic surname which comes from Talavera de la Reina in the Toledo province of Spain. This surname is occasionally borne as a Sephardic Jewish surname. Alfredo Talavera (born 1982), Mexican footballer Francisco Ibáñez Talavera (1936–2023), Spanish comic book artist and writer Francisco Javier Errázuriz Talavera (born 1942), Chilean businessman and politician Hernando de Talavera (1428-1507), confessor of Queen Isabella, and the Catholic Archbishop of Granada Hugo Ricardo Talavera (born 1949), Paraguayan footballer Juan Andrés Fontaine Talavera, Chilean cabinet minister.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Dylan is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 39%
United States 44%
Australia 10%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Dylan by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Dylan has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Dilan
  • Dillan

Notable People Named Dylan Talavera

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Dylan Talavera:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Dylan?
The first name Dylan originates from Celtic. From Old Welsh, composed of dy (great) and llanw (tide/flow), meaning 'son of the sea.' Dylan Thomas, the Welsh poet, gave this name worldwide fame.
When was Dylan most popular?
The name Dylan reached its peak popularity during the 2000s.
What is the origin of the surname Talavera?
The surname Talavera originates from Spanish. Talavera is a Spanish toponymic surname which comes from Talavera de la Reina in the Toledo province of Spain. This surname is occasionally borne as a Sephardic Jewish surname. Alfredo Talavera (born 1982), Mexican footballer Francisco Ibáñez Talavera (1936–2023), Spanish comic book artist and writer Francisco Javier Errázuriz Talavera (born 1942), Chilean businessman and politician Hernando de Talavera (1428-1507), confessor of Queen Isabella, and the Catholic Archbishop of Granada Hugo Ricardo Talavera (born 1949), Paraguayan footballer Juan Andrés Fontaine Talavera, Chilean cabinet minister.
What are the origins of the name Dylan Talavera?
The name Dylan Talavera combines two different traditions: the first name Dylan has Celtic roots, while the surname Talavera originates from Spanish.
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