Dilan
Dilan is a Muslim girl name of Kurdish origin, meaning “Celebration, festive dance”.
| Meaning | Celebration, festive dance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Kurdish |
| Pronunciation | dee-LAHN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Kurdistan, Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Dilan
Dilan is a Kurdish name most often traced to dîlan, the joyful folk dancing and celebration that fill Kurdish weddings. Many people also link it with dil, the word for heart. Kurds in Turkey, Iraq and Iran use it widely, and Turkish families have taken it up as well. Girls are its usual bearers, but some boys are named Dilan too.
Is Dilan a Muslim name?
In practice, Dilan is chosen by Muslim Kurdish and Turkish families. It does not come from Arabic, and its meaning sits easily with Islam.
How popular is Dilan?
It is common among Kurds, in Turkey and in the Kurdish diaspora in Europe.
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Spellings and variants of Dilan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dilan mean?
Dilan means 'Celebration, festive dance'. It is of Kurdish origin.
Is Dilan a Muslim name?
In practice, Dilan is chosen by Muslim Kurdish and Turkish families. It does not come from Arabic, and its meaning sits easily with Islam.
How do you pronounce Dilan?
Dilan is pronounced dee-LAHN.
Is Dilan a boy or girl name?
Dilan is usually a girl name.