Dilys name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Girl
Origin: Welsh and Old High German
Usage: English and Welsh
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Dilys DILL-is
Meaning: Genuine, steadfast, true, perfect and reliable
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What does Dilys mean?

Dilys is a variant spelling of Dilis. Dilis is form of Dilys. Dilis is shortened form of Odilia.

How do I pronounce Dilys?

The one syllabled name Dilys is pronounced, DILL-is with emphasis on first DILL syllable. d(i)-lys or dil-ys are another way(s) to say the name.

Variants of Dilys

Dalice, Dilis, Dilwen

Names that rhyme with Dilys

How popular is the name Dilys?

Dilys is an uncommon baby name in United States where it may not be used now. Also, it is uncommon in England and Wales, where it has been in use since 1998 and peaked in 2006 when it ranked 1983rd.

Over 124 people have been named Dilys in England and Wales. It had a short run of 4 years on France girl names chart. Dilys is a common name in Wales and England while somewhat familiar name in Ghana.

At least, 6000 people globally have carried Dilys as their given name according to our research.

YearRankBirths
194649605
194346915
192648525
191542745
[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Dilys in Nordic countries

CountriesWomen
First NameSecondary Name
Netherlands2813
Norway2813

Here's what numbers has to say about Dilys

With time, people who don't belong near you, walk away. You need to open up to new adventures and experiences. To you, justice and honesty are the two most important things in life. You love deadlines because they ‘force' you to bring out the best of you in a determined period of time. You are an inspirational person who respects the rules and social restrictions. You lack self-discipline. If you have letter S as your capstone, you don't respect people who don't respect themselves.

Other names similar to Dilys, for soon-to-be-parents

  •  Idriss - Unusual Idriss is used majorly in Arabic, Idriss means "Study". Its origin is in Arabic and Welsh is given to baby boys
  •  Ivor - Outstanding and Venerable unisex name Ivor has its origin in Old Norse and Gaelic which is used dominantly in English, Welsh and Scottish languages, meaning of Ivor is "Archer's Bow, Yew Wood or Yr Meaning Yew Bow"
  •  Breck - Origin of Offbeat Breck is in Welsh is used especially in Irish and English bestowed upon both genders, Breck means "Speckled"
  •  Jennyfer - Odd girl name Jennyfer is largely used in Norwegian, German and Finnish. Its origin is in German and Old Welsh, Jennyfer means "Race or Woman, White or Fair"
  •  Uther - Originated from Welsh, Uther is mostly used in Welsh and English, Uther means "The Element Uthr Which is of the Meaning Terrible or Terrible" is a baby boy name

Sibling Names for Dilys

If you're stuck on finding the perfect sibling name to pair with Dilys, look no further! We've compiled a list of names that not only complement Dilys' unique sound and origin, but also offer a variety of styles and meanings to suit your family's preferences. From classic favorites to lesser-known gems, these names are sure to inspire your search for the perfect sibling name.

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Names for Dilys's brother

Famous people named Dilys

  • Dilys Powell, English journalist
  • Dilys Cadwaladr, Welsh-language poet and fiction writer
  • Dilys Laye, English actress and screenwriter
  • Dilys Watling, English actress
  • Dilys Hamlett in Hollow Reed as Actress
  • Actor Dilys Davies, notable for TV series A Matter of Degree

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
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